4. Restaurants

Gina’s B-B-Q

2919 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI, 96826
  • (808) 735-7964
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  • Allen L.

    The Mini Family Pack here is awesome! Great food, great, fast service. As other reviewers mention, this is a very small place with only 2 picnic-like tables, so it's better to get take-out. The BBQ beef and bolgogi are especially tasty, so be sure you don't miss those!

    (5)

  • Bonnie C.

    There is a reason why Gina's is one of the only places still standing in this plaza. I've seen countless other places come and go but Gina's BBQ has definitely passed the test of time with flying colors. The food is so affordable and they haven't raised the prices much from when I was in high school. Everything there is good and they give a LOT of food. I can usually split what they give me into two meals comfortably. Their side dishes are freaking awesome. My favorites are the bean sprouts, the choi sum, cabbage, potato, taegu, kim chi, spicy cucumber....wait, did I just name them all? I think I just mentioned most of them. Hm. Yeah, they're all that good. I can make a meal out of their side dishes alone. I'm totally serious. Their meat jun is good and I don't even really like meat jun. Their BBQ chicken is always really good but my personal favorite has got to be their fried mandu....and I don't usually like man du because I prefer to make my own. I don't know what the hell Gina puts in her mandu but I can't get enough of it. You really can't go wrong by going to Gina's BBQ when you want a good plate lunch.

    (5)

  • David D.

    This spot is the bomb and they treat you like family. I love Gina's. continued success to them. Super easy way to keep your customer happy. Smiling faces and great food. You other restaurants need to learn a thing or to from them. aloha

    (5)

  • Tatjana N.

    Food is authentic and delicious. The amount of food you get for the price you pay is crazy. The portion sizes are big. The meat jun is not the best I've had but is still good. I highly suggest the spicy bbq chicken and the kalbi. The service is super fast which is nice even at busy lunch and dinner hours when you come in really hungry and are ready to grub. It would be nice if they had a bigger dining area though. This is my favorite Korean food on the island.

    (5)

  • Esther Y.

    MM, MM! Huge portions of tasty food and lots of choices of side dishes!! This is a place to get fusion Korean and Hawaiian plate lunches!! I think all of us ordered the Gina's special!! It comes with BBQ chicken, BBQ beef, kalbi, and egg roll, squash tempura, rice, and your choice of Korean side dishes. It is a styrofoam take out box filled to the brim with deliciousness. The meat was tender with traditional Korean marinade and sauce. We were staying in a hotel and brought our leftovers home. The meat tasted delicious even when it was cold! They had some of my favorite Korean side dishes, which include bean sprouts, watercress, and cabbage! The noodles were pretty basic Korean glass noodles.

    (4)

  • Grand Master J.

    Good food, good service (they always remember you)

    (5)

  • Ioanna S.

    Oh, Gina's SO rocks. If you're into cheap, delicious Korean/local food, it's the place to be. Every trip back to HNL requires a trip STRAIGHT to Gina's from the airport. All the other reviewers cover it well - great food, cheap, plenty of it. After years of patronizing this establishment, however, I did notice a bit of a trend (and I must have 100 data points). While they are always friendly, they are extra-super-friendly if you have at least one non-white member in your group. So take your Asian friends, it helps. They'll hook you up with all sorts of extra rice and vegetables and stuff if they know you aren't the evil white conquerer.

    (5)

  • Love S.

    I use to frequent this place AHLOT. But since my eye opening PAST experience dating a real korean, I've seen the light. This place has gone downhill. It was great about 8 years ago. I don't believe in Korean fast food plate lunch anymore. Save your Korean fix for real authentic Korean food. Millions or Sorabol. Here, their meat jun is like rubber and the bbq chicken is dry. I rather have good food than plenty food. If you really have to get a Korean plate lunch, Gina's Barbeque is better than pearls, yummy's or peppa's. But be prepared to wait for fricken ever for your food.

    (3)

  • Brad N.

    I tried Meat Jun for the first time in my life at Gina's Barbeque. I don't get what the big deal is. It's just thinly sliced beef, dipped in egg, and lightly fried. It just tasted flavorless and greasy to me.

    (3)

  • Edward K.

    Good Korean BBQ plate lunch. People not from Hawaii will have a hard time understanding what a plate lunch is. Typically, think two scoops of rice, one scoop of mac salad, and one meat dish. It's good and good for you...okay, not really. Obesity is a problem in Hawaii, but having a beach culture kind of evens it out from the public health perspective. I digress, Gina's is more than your typical plate lunch place because it's Korean. They offer a rich selection of vegetables you can personally choose, but these are Korean vegetable dishes (along with mac salad). The meat dishes are also diverse from bulgoki, to kal-bi, to meat jun, to fish jun, to...I could go on. If the proportions intimidate you, order the mini pack. It's guaranteed to fill you up too, unless your BMI is greater than 35.

    (5)

  • cristy n.

    Huge portions, great prices and gotta love the 4 choices of veggies. And i gotta say not too many korean take out places have taegu. Taegu/mac salad is awesome!

    (4)

  • O O.

    don't irk gina.

    (5)

  • Aiko L.

    this place was recommended to us by a friend who is from hi. so we went, and were not disappointed. the portions were huge, and everything was delicious. the people behind the counter are definitely korean, which is a good thing. i got the bulgogi lunch plate, and i could barely finish half. but it was tasty goodness.

    (5)

  • onefootlaulau h.

    You can get a Korean BBQ plate from many places in Hawaii, and the process by which these restaurants have structured your order has been refined so much that it's comparable to an anonymous, fast-food drive-thru experience. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing - there's always something to be said for efficiency. But this leads to the reason why Gina's is my favorite Korean BBQ, and my theory as to why Gina's has become such a fixture in Kaimuki. Maybe I can illustrate with something I've witnessed several times: groups of people leaning back in their chairs, rubbing their stomachs in resignation while Gina, who has come from behind the counter, is piling on second or third helpings of rice, kimchee, taegu, etc. How many times do you see that at a Korean BBQ, or any restaurant? As for this review, a warning: I'm not going say much about the taste of the food. The food is great, no doubt, but it is fairly standard fare and honestly, I know of several other Korean places where you can get better X, Y, or Z. But overall, what separates Gina's is their staff (including Gina herself) who are like your aunties at a family dinner, almost hellbent on overfeeding you. Very generous - the sides you ask for are piled onto your plate or stuffed into the takeout box, often creating the most fortunate problem of getting the lid to stay closed. Whenever I get Korean BBQ from somewhere else, I have to hold my tongue when I see the manini portion measured out as if the kimchee itself were stinky red gold. But the friendly staff at Gina's know that piling on the portions isn't going to force them into bankruptcy. It's the other way around - their customers feel rewarded and have become extremely faithful, to the point that it is never unusual to see a person walk in, be greeted warmly, and have their order placed and rung up without more than a "Howzit!" And in this day of faceless servers and by-the-book portioning, I can't recommend the experience at Gina's highly enough.

    (5)

  • Jou L.

    Food quality and quantity is great. They could use some customer service and etiquette training though. The ladies working there are rough around the edges.

    (5)

  • Be H.

    We've been going here since little kid days! The food is so broke da mouth, I love it. Whenever we would pick up, she would say hi to my dad, then lift up our to go container, then usually decide it didn't weight enough and throw a few more things in. There vegetables/sides/kim chi is always great. We usually get the mini-family pack, along with something else. Try it, you'll love it!

    (5)

  • Brent K.

    Gina's is pretty good considering the price and the amount of food you get (you'll most likely have leftovers). The spicy pork is great, but for those who are health conscious, this is not for you. Another favorite dish is the chicken katsu with brown gravy. You can't go wrong!

    (4)

  • Noreen F.

    I really enjoy the generous portions of sticky white rice, variety of sides such as sauteed bean sprouts, watercress, kim chi, macaroni salad, ogo salad ordered with bbq chicken, kalbi (Korean "style" teriyaki) or meat jun. (Side note, I remember asking a coworker, here on the mainland, if she had a good "meat jun" recipe and she laughed at me. Apparently, there is no such thing in Korean Cuisine. This dish is yet another Hawaiian-Asian concoction. However, it's all good, because I'm a fan for something different). At Gina's BBQ, you get a great deal and never walk away hungry!

    (4)

  • Tyrus L.

    First of all, I just wanted to say I started a yelp account just because I wanted to share my experience at Gina's. It was HORRIBLE. It was my first time going, and I heard all the hype about Gina's from my friends... I remember them telling me to get the Gina's Special because that's what everyone else gets.... So I get there... and I ask them, "what's the Gina's Special?" Instead of treating me better (because it's my first time), the counter worker gives me attitude... (I know attitude when I see it. I've been working in the food service for 4 years now). There wasn't even a line behind me, so she could have been at least a little patient with me.. Okay, not a big deal.... I get the Gina's special and when I get to ordering my vegetables, I forgot that it was called taegu, and when I pointed to it, she gave me long rice before I could stop her.... Not a big deal either, except that the guy who ordered before me was pointing to stuff just like I was, but she would ask to make sure it's the right thing before putting it in his plate...... fine, w/e... still got the taegu for the other vegetables... finally I got to eat the food. First off, I am a big korean food fan. I love korean food especially bbq chicken and meat jun. But getting back to Gina's special, the bbq chicken was terrible. It was really burnt and hard as a rock. It was stringy and I'm still trying to pick out a string of chicken between my teeth as I'm typing. The Kal Bi tasted okay but it was pretty thin. The beef was just horrible. Even 7-11 bento beef is better than that. Some of you might think 1 star is pretty harsh, but what does it say? 1- Eek! Me thinks not. 2- Meh. I've experienced better. I've experienced a lot better. I don't plan on ever going back to Gina's. I'd rather get less quantity for better quality at the same price.

    (1)

  • Leslie G.

    Decent food & prices. Good for family packs.

    (3)

  • Berna T.

    Hope you're hungry!! Gina's is a tiny little Korean BBQ joint located in the Market City Shopping Center, where you can pick up a ton (literally) of yummy Korean meats and sides and eat till you're stuffed - and still have leftovers. My friend and I bought a Mini Family Pack, enough to feed 2-3 hungry people, for only $14. Can't beat that with a stick.

    (5)

  • Lily G.

    I only review the stuff I feel strongly about- good or bad and let me tell you...Ginas is freaking bomb!! Best meal I had all week. Honestly it may not be the best but it's consistent and daikon side is yum-o. Thanks Gina for good fast cheap eats.

    (5)

  • Nica N.

    Didn't really care for Gina's. Ordered the meat jun/kalbi plate and mandoo side. They both came with the same sauce. Did not care for the sauce at all because it tasted like watered down fish sauce. Both the food and the sauce didn't have much flavor. Didn't care for the sides either. Maybe I went on a off day, but I wouldn't go back.

    (2)

  • David G.

    Gina's BBQ is good, but the place is EXTREMELY dirty. I took a look at their kitchen and I couldn't believe what I saw. I understand some places are not perfect, but this was beyond dirty. I guess if you are a poor college student and don't mind a little Tomain, check it out.

    (3)

  • Cynthia A.

    Mini bento includes a lot of food for $3.95: BBQ Chicken OR BBQ Beef (bulgogi) with rice, 1 mandoo or fried zucchini, and 2 sides. Their choices for sides are simply awesome! I always have trouble deciding what to get. The mac salad is hard to pass up! I used to babysit a really big, cute, haole (white) baby boy. I used to take him on outings and we would sometimes go to Gina's. When Gina was there she would insist I pass the kid over the counter by the register so she and the other korean ladies could hold him. Looked weird, this big white baby with all the ladies fawning over him in korean. Too bad I don't have a picture. A special item they make here: "Korean spicy garlic chicken". It's REALLY good fried pieces of boneless chicken with a sweet shoyu garlic sauce, covered with slices of marinated and cooked garlic!!! YES!!!! Eating a whole plate of the stuff in one sitting gives me a stomach ache, though. Maybe my non-Korean tummy is not up for the task. I don't eat seafood, but YOU may want to try their crab claw plate. Never seen that item at any other korean plate lunch place. Sun-Thurs 10 am - 10 pm Fri-Sat 10 am - 11 pm (nice!) Located in Market City Shopping Center They cater for 10 or more people. For 6 items plus rice and veggies it's $6/person. For 11 items plus rice and veggies it's only $10/person!!! I'm tempted to use Gina's to cater my wedding....You know everyone will like the food! ----- 6/21/07 I have to revise my rating from 5 stars to 3 after having my last meal there this week. I ordered the "Gina's Special" which has the following: Rice - was fine Kim Chee - TASTED LIKE HALM'S BRAND BOTTLED KIM CHEE! Yuck. What happened?! Bean sprout - was yummy. Mac salad - was yummy. "Long rice" (chop chae?) - noodles were either a little dried out or under cooked, and the chunks of cabbage were way too big. Bulgogi - was grey, dry and boring. Teri chicken - was fine. Kalbi - was fine, but a little dry. 1 piece zucchini jun - batter was weirdly very yellow, and seemed like there was no seasoning. Did not come with sauce. 1 piece small deep fried gyoza - was it store-bought? Did not come with sauce. There was nothing special about "Gina's Special" this week. AND, the woman at the counter particularly rude. I think I interrupted her eating. Sorry!

    (3)

  • Jason Y.

    The best take out korean restaurant to me. The prices are reasonable and give very big portions. When you eat there, they would ask if you would like more side order vegetables at no charge. I always order the gina special. Many tourists and college students go there along with the local people. They are always busy and it is always good to make a phone order. The parking stalls are always full since there are so many restaurants around that area. I would recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Jaynie K.

    It's an automatic thing. When one thinks "Korean BBQ", the word "Gina's" pops up. I grew up eating this stuff, and years later, there's no better when you want quick, simple, take out Korean BBQ! Bulgogi and kalbi is always good, but the spicy pork is a new favorite.

    (4)

  • Travis M.

    Why do so much people like this place? I admitt I used to think this place was pretty good in high school. But come on, are way better places. You want meat jun, drive down to wahiawa to Dong Yangs. You want BBQ chicken, kalbi, bbq meat; I can tell you 20+ different places thats better and cheaper. If money is not an issue Yakiniku Seoul is a good choice. One thing I did like from Gina's is their taegu. Other than that go to a real Korean place.

    (1)

  • Theresa K.

    Great value. I've had better Hawaiian/Korean BBQ places in Southern California, but this place kills in terms of portion size and variety. It's hearty, meaty and fills you up if you're extremely hungry.

    (3)

  • Lala E.

    I always get the Meat Jun when I come to Gina's- ALWAYS. The Meat Jun and Taegu at Gina's are the bomb- also I LOVE their Meat Jun sauce. I think the whole Meat Jun plate is like $5.00-$6.00. Can't beat that!!

    (4)

  • Aya T.

    still love the mini bento, it's perfect for an in-flight meal to LA! neighbor in 21A don't get jealous of me, it's called "planning ahead so I don't have to eat the crappy airline food"... HA :).

    (5)

  • Clara K.

    this was our first stop after landing in honolulu. i wasn't sure what to order (there are so many choices, it's a bit overwhelming) but the guy behind the counter was really friendly and advised me to get gina's special since it was my first time there. he said he would substitute meat jun for one of the other meats (bbq beef maybe?) so i ended up with bbq chicken, kalbi (short ribs), meat jun, mandoo, 1 piece of zucchini jun + 4 sides and a huge mound of rice. it was like $8.95 or something for a TON of food. i think i finished like half of it? they heap on the side dishes too. i chose the bean sprouts, mac salad, kimchee, and choy sum and gina added some taegu (seasoned dried fish). it was all very good (except for the fact that the meat jun was dripping with oil) and i really enjoyed the meal. side note: i don't think the meat jun and the choy sum are traditional korean items since i've never seen them in the mainland or in korea. definitely a must-stop for me when i visit oahu in the future!

    (5)

  • klint s.

    ooooh yea this place is on my kanack attack list the side veggies they give is HUGE and very ono as us hawaiians say everthing we orderd with the family pack was awsome good taste good cook awriiiiight

    (4)

  • Wyman J.

    One of my favorites to go when I go to Oahu. I stopped over in Oahu, on my way to Maui, almost solely to go here for the BBQ. The food is great, the prices can't be beat, and you will be stuffed for days after eating one of the plate lunches. Man, thinking about Gina's is making me think about taking a trip back to Hawaii soon.

    (5)

  • StefnScottman I.

    oh man hella grubbin! after all the local food w/no veggies for 4 days we finally went here....and felt a little better....well at least we got some veggies in..we got the mini family pack it was so grubbin....meat jun you gotta try that! it's kinda small in there so it does get packed...and you have to share the table w/other peeps..

    (4)

  • ra c.

    the kalbi was so tough and tasteless & DRY , the bbq chicken was so tough and dry, the long rice noodles were pretty good, the mac salad was also ok, but everything else was really bad. the 2 women were so very hostile and mean---one wanted to get out from behind the counter and yelled at me "MOVE" in the ugliest voice. they added to the bad taste of the food. they may have been very mean to us because it was my first time there, and their ordering system is not that clear for first timers. NO ONE was there and I asked a FEW questions and could see that they were VERY irritated!!!! they may have given me all the dried day old meat on purpose??? i can't believe this place. there are many people in Honolulu who only judge a restauranat by QUANTITY and don't care about quality. i am not one of them. i will never go back again. cheap bad food is not good.--i have never had such hostile treatment in my life.--I would certainly take hostile treatment for good food, but for BAD food????---NO

    (1)

  • Waynele Y.

    also a very worthy fast food korean restaurant.. and the only one where you can pick taegu as a side dish... the taegu is the best, and they give you so much. the mini bento is the best deal. the family meals are great for potlucks.

    (5)

  • Alyson Y.

    You might come to Gina's because it's cheap food and tasted decent. You might come to Gina's because it's conveniently located in Market City Shopping Center. Whatever your reason for coming to Gina's - it's not a good enough reason. One look at their back kitchen door and you'll see why no one should ever eat here. Sometimes they prop their back kitchen door open (which you can see into if you ever go to the bathroom in the shopping center). They have poor ventilation in there and have to open the back kitchen door to air it out. They chop food on an overturned bucket, while sitting on the floor. They put the cutting boards on the floor and pick it up to use it again. They have gloves on while sitting on the floor and then touch the ground and the food again. It's unsanitary and I cannot believe the Health Department has let it go on as long as it has. Once I saw that, I never went back to Gina's. I once saw a customer witness what went on in the kitchen and go in the shop to complain and cancel their order and an employee just shut the back door. Since then, i don't see it open as often. But, head back there some time and get a look for yourself. It's just not worth it.

    (1)

  • Renee C.

    Came here on the recommendation of a coworker who says this is the best Korean BBQ on the island. If this is true, I will probably have to satisfy my cravings back home in San Francisco. I got the special which included kalbi, bulgolgi, bbq chicken, egg rolls, rice, and my choice of four sides. The portions were HUGE, and a great deal at $12 for what easily makes at least two meals. Unfortunately the only meat portion that tasted good was the kalbi - everything else was overdone and tough, like leftovers that have been reheated too many times. The sides I chose (jap chae, bean sprouts, seasoned greens, and cuttlefish) were delicious and went well with the kalbi. Good value, but nothing worth making a special trip for.

    (3)

  • Tracey M.

    The place to go if you're hungry and looking to stuff your face with some good food!! I admit it's probably not "the best" korean food out there, but its value makes me a fan. The quality and flavor is better than Yummy's at least! :p One plate comes with 4 choice of sides (my favorite being chopchae!) and never do they ever skimp on the food here! One plate can feed two hungry people :) Two meals for the price of one? If you're a poor college student like me then this place is a must haha!

    (4)

  • Daven A.

    Gina's has the best Korean BBQ on the island. The portions are awesome and for a very fair price. The people that work there are the nicest people and make you feel like family. One of my favorite places to eat. If you don't know what to order then get the chicken katsu. Never fails to satisfy.

    (5)

  • Stogie S.

    Had called them first thing in the morning to order 3 trays of food and rice for p/u time later on that day . The lady who answered stated that each pan were 15-3/4 by 11-1/4 for 35 bucks. Went to pick up the order and to my surprise, the pans weren't the size that was also agreed upon by phone. Size of pans were 12x9. Also, knew something was fishy because one of the lady's was trying to offer a tray of Kim chee that i never had ordered maybe to compensate for the wrong pan sizes. Anyway's decided to return the entire order of food for a refund. Will never order and eat at this establishment any more. Buyers beware!!!

    (1)

  • Steven U.

    Definitely a good place for a Korean plate lunch. They have a pretty good selection of items and they make it while you wait. The side dish selection is good too.....it is displayed in a glass case and you get to pick four choices! The place is not super clean, but clean enough......and it is a pretty small place inside, but the do have a couple of tables for eating there. The ladies behind the counter don't look like people you want to tell jokes to...if you know what I mean....they are pretty much all business.....but you can tell they are very efficient. I decided to go with the fish jun and the kalbi. I got the cabbage kim chee, glass noodles, bean sprouts, and pickled kim chee radish as my sides. When I got home and opened my container.....it was so heavy...and it was stuffed...there was even a little egg roll in there! It took me two meals to finish all the food....there was a lot! The fish and the kalbi were good, but the amount of sides they give you is crazy. I liked the sides a lot, but I still had a little left over when I finished my meal...that's how much there was. Everything was flavorful and had a good taste to it. I will definitely come back here and probably try something else....but I will go when I am really hungry!

    (4)

  • Li Z.

    I find it hard to hate anything while in Honolulu... I mean Hawaii where it's actually surf and turf. Every time I am in the neighbourhood, Gina's BBQ is a MUST stop. It's pretty nondescript, non-touristy... to be honest, don't even plan on eating in but the food is fantastic and the portions are gigantic! A Gina's special for just under $10 can feed 2 adults and a small child. You get kalbi, bulgogi and chicken - the chicken is my all time favourite. There is something in that marinade that is salty, sweet and everything flavourful. All the meats have a slight smokey flavour through the BBQ. It also comes with a rice, 3 sides and spring rolls. Spring rolls, eat right away (in the car, on the walk or whatever... it's only tasty when it's fresh and crispy). You can also skip the rice and get an extra side too. Now back in Toronto, dreaming about slightly charred chicken.

    (4)

  • Alice A.

    Awesome food and huge combo plate. I always call and order ahead. Otherwise, there will be a long wait. One meal is equivalent to two meals for a normal person. Be prepared to eat.

    (4)

  • Resi K.

    Fast and friendly and very economical for the amount of food you get. We usually get the mixed platter. I especially like the veggies. It gets busy at dinner time. Best to call order in if its take out.

    (5)

  • Esperanza R.

    Looking for a good BBQ place we came across Ginas, right around the corner from L&L Hawaiian BBQ. Ginas is a Korean BBQ place, we ordered the Family meal and it was more than enough for 3 adults and 1 child. choosing the side dishes was not easy because the lady serving did not understand english very well and I had no idea what some of the side dishes were. When I tried asking what one dish was she assumed I wanted it and served it to me. Not a bad thing as all the sides were good, but I would have liked to know what I was getting beforehand. The only down side is that seating inside is limited and crowded..

    (4)

  • Ann P.

    Maybe we came on an off day but this place wasn't tasty at all. Value-wise, yes - that's pretty much the only redeeming factor plus the variety of sides. Ordered the Gina's special for $12, which came with: three different meats (galbi, bulgogi-like meat, and grilled chicken), four sides, and rice. Pros: - good amount of food for the money - sides were passable, 3.5/5. Favorite was kimchi and boiled greens - grilled chicken was good Cons: - our meat came out COLD. Seriously cold. We had to wait 10 mins and our food still came out cold? WTF - meats were tasteless Verdict: Wouldn't come back.

    (2)

  • Aaron W.

    (NOTE: From a November 2012 visit) The inside is still the same as my last visit. Since I was eating with my parents and grandma, two plate lunches would suffice. I'd be getting Gina's Special ($9.95) again, but my eyes also darted to the Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken ($8.50). Each plate comes with four sides, so we chose options such as long rice, taegu, kimchi, choi sum, and corn. Gina's Special is a king-sized portion of food that includes teriyaki beef, BBQ chicken, kalbi, spring rolls, mandoo, three scoops of rice, and four sides. As usual, delicious, excellent food. Juicy meat, crispy spring rolls and mandoo, and tasty sides. Even my dad (who doesn't care for spicy food) stated that Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken was pretty mild. That being said, another home run in terms of flavor -- and that's the most important thing, fellas. I saw slivers of roasted garlic included with the crispy chicken. The addictive sauce flavored the bed of rice. Would I get this again? Hell flippin' yeah. The unagi (eel) plate got my attention, but at $18.75 for a full plate and $10 for a half-portion, my wallet wouldn't have been so kind. We got our order in around 11:30, just before the lunch rush arrived. Just like the first time (and every time I've been here), Gina's delivered on quality and quantity. There's a reason why this establishment has been winning numerous awards over the last 20+ years. It's really that good. Well worth any wait you encounter.

    (5)

  • Dusten U.

    Probably the best Korean BBQ take out in Oahu! The place is very small and looks a little dirty but the food is very good! I ordered the spicy chicken which come with rice and 4 choices of sides so I got bean sprouts 2x, tegu, and Kim chee. All were excellent! The spicy chicken was very good not that spicy but moist and full of flavor! The portion was very big for the price I paid! Definitely going back again to try the spicy pork!

    (4)

  • Judy C.

    Never Never Again!! Such bad service, rude-ness, major favortism. They don't deserve my business! Checked out Soon's BBQ for my Korean fix- way way better! ( boy am I missing out- my new replacement, thank u Ginas for such bad experience) & will check out Yoon Sy, prolly get better service there. Hi, Yelpers! If you feel that Gina's is going down-hill & experience bad service, please please go elsewhere, they don't deserve our business!! our hard earned $$!!

    (1)

  • Jordan S.

    Easily the best Korean BBQ on the island. Good plate lunch style food every single time.

    (5)

  • Irene G.

    Hands down best korean bbq fast food/plate lunch place on the island. Large protion sizes and very reasonable prices. The have a good selection of veggies for sides and combo plates if you can't make up your mind. Located in the Market City shopping center near Foodland. Lots of parking and open late. Nothing bad to say about this place!

    (5)

  • Joy N.

    Gina's BBQ is where I grew up eating Korean food. They are located in Market City. I LOVE this place. The staff are always so welcoming and remember their regulars. Everything is priced very reasonably considering the portions they give. The kalbi here is good, along with the mandoo. The portions are large! When I ordered the kalbi/mandoo combo I think I only finished about half of it. My regular order is the mini BBQ chicken with beansprouts and cabbage (they have the best veggies!!). We also like to order their bi bim kook soo mild. It's so refreshing since its served cold. They do have great deals when it comes to ordering for a family or for parties. Just stop on in and you will see all the pictures on the wall for catering. The place is very small... You can eat there if you want but sometimes all the tables are taken. I usually call in my order and pick up. Gina's will always be one of my favorites for Korean food. =)

    (5)

  • Raych D.

    This place never disappoints! I have to admit that after moving to Oahu was only when I got into the Korean BBQ food love. Whenever I'm craving for Korean food and don't want a sit and dine in then I head over to Gina's for takeout, located right in the market place literally down the road from UH Manoa so you know all the college students cater to this place. Portions are ridiculously HUGE! She SLAM PACKS your plate with sides and main entree. I suggest trying the "meat jun", "BBQ chicken" and "kalbi" everything is cooked perfectly and they all have a lot of meat! The sides are also really yummy from the Taegu, sprouts, Kim chee, and egg tofu. The prices are also unbelievable with the portion she gives!

    (4)

  • Consuela P.

    A hole in the wall Korean restaurant with food portions that are absolutely plentiful! My first time here since our to-go Korean place had shut down a couple months back. The ladies running the place took a liking to baby Sage and kept on talking and entertaining him until we got our order of food. I ordered their spicy pork while DH ordered the hamburger steak plates. Their generous lunch plates portions could easily feed 2 people, and I had leftovers for lunch the next day. All their plates come with 3 scoops of rice and 4 heaping sides of your choice. This place may just become our to-go spot for Korean grinds. The only thing I don't like is the parking situation at this strip mall. Two sets of couples that came in after us were arguing really loud in the restaurant about it! 28 of 31 Yelp 31 Day Challenge

    (4)

  • Magic H.

    This was the most legit BBQ I've had in a long time. Happy to find it as a howlie visiting. There's a lady who's really mean when you pick your sides, which is the best part. So have what you want in mind when she asks, haha. It's really yummy, pretty affordable, and the place is packed with locals waiting. Definitely check it out.

    (5)

  • Huy H.

    place was pretty good! great price and the staff or owners who worked there were super cool. Gina's Special was what I got

    (4)

  • J M.

    First time there...Love the amount of serving they give. Also their taegu and long rice was so yummy! The only downfall expericne my family and i had with them was when we ordered our food we had to wait almost 30 minutes! Mind you, the people who came in after us, got their plates before us. I had to approach the counter to let them know. They offered another free plate of veggies but i told them no thank you. I honestly don't know if we'd go back there again....

    (3)

  • Helen C.

    I just went to Camellia's last night and stuffed myself with the Korean BBQ buffet. My stomach was set for the week! But one of my friends was super craving Gina's today, and seeing as how it was her last day on the island, I couldn't tell her I'd pass. This is probably the best place to get Korean plate lunches. The kal-bi and long rice are my favorite. Gina's Special ($10) is the best assorted bang-for-your-buck. It's big enough to split between two people. If I'm eating alone, I go with the mini ($5)...and even the mini is generous. I thought I'd be sick of Korean food by the end of lunch, but you know what? I swear I left Gina's craving more.

    (5)

  • Ana L.

    I've been coming to Gina's for over 15yrs. This is my go to place for Korean Bbq. The prices can't be beat and the portion sizes are huge! Place is always busy so best to call in your order. Absolutely love the Kalbi Bbq chicken combo!

    (5)

  • Ariana L.

    Never again. Just for the record I love Gina's food. Their meat jun is amazing and their ban-chan is great too. But their service is pretty damn horrible. First negative experience: When I first started going there they would charge me an extra $0.50 when I would try to use my card. Ok, no big deal, it's only $0.50 and I understand some places do that. But 1) it's not posted 2) you don't do it to anyone else 3) it seemed she only did it when she felt like it 4)WHEN ONLY ONE WORKER THERE DOES IT, I KNOW YOU'RE TRYING TO JIP ME. Second negative experience: For some reason, I bring the unhappy out of these people. They're all happy when talking to customers right in front of me, and then when they see me it's like they've seen death. Is my smile not good enough for you? Geezus, talk about feeling bad for wanting to buy your food. Now now, I know some people are going to say, well they're Korean so they can be quite tempermental. No. I am half Korean with a full Korean mother that immigrated from South Korea. I know Koreans and their attitudes. I know when a Korean don't like you. I'm also a human being that can decipher human emotions. Bad vibes. Period. So to end my rant, I would've loved to keep coming here, and I tried for a long time, but after today I have had it. I won't be made to feel bad when I'm trying to support your business.

    (1)

  • Michele K.

    I remember the first time I came here, it was amazing. When I came here for the second time, everything was still pretty good, but the meat was kind of dry. We came in a group of 3 and ordered the mini family pack. It's only $18.50 and although it says 2-3 people, you can definitely share it with more. You get kalbi, chicken, bulgogi, mandoo, meat jun, 4 sides, and lots of rice. I really like the seaweed side! The mini family pack is soooo worth it for the price you pay. It is soooo cheap!! Gina is so nice and friendly and the service here is great. They have 2 tables so you can dine in and eat your food right away! The parking lot gets a little crowded.

    (4)

  • Thomas P.

    My go to place for Spicy Pork. Great staff, it's the same people every day, so they'll get to know you as you frequent their establishment. The Bul-Go-Gi is the "stewed" style (vs b-b-q), and they will tell you that if they know you are a new customer. The fried oysters are excellent, but they don't have tartar sauce. If you're having a party, their catering pans are a great deal, very generous portions. Everything on their catering menu is very well described, so you know how much you're getting, if not more than you expect. I often get their pans of vegetables. With four choices of sides per lunch plate, you'll wish you had a few extra adds, because they are all so good. Taegu, Chop Chae, and my favorites kim chee and kim chee daikon. Tables available in the store for dining in, but they are tight, but there is a self-serve water jug available with plastic cups, a nice addition when you eat their spicy, salty goodness. Definitely a great choice when you are looking for a quick korean food fix.

    (5)

  • Kimo S.

    We decided to try the Mini Family Pack which serves 2 people and let me say, that was SOOO much food. It was an amazing value and we had dinner for two nights for two people and lunch for one person. All for $20! It's hard not to do this deal. If you want a value, don't mind leftovers and are just feeding two people definitely get the Mini Family Pack. The kalbi was the real winner here, absolutely tender with get flavor to the meat, excellent BBQ burn marks with a fantastic sauce. The meat jun and BBQ chicken were just as great, the only dish I found to be good but not great was the bulgogi. Still, it was a fantastic value and you'll catch me popping in to do a take-out order quite frequently now.

    (4)

  • Paul D.

    Whenever you go to a korean restaurant, you have to expect korean food. When i come heret they have korean food. I think that this place is one of the bestkorean restaurants in the state. Well it's for sure in the top five. The food is good. The food is cheap. The food is just plain good. I mean great. Service would always be nice to me. So bye people. Srry for the bad grammar.

    (5)

  • izumi n.

    I used to love this place when I was at chaminade. Decided to pick up a plate of sides and was totally disappointed in the portions. When Gina gave me half a portion of chap chae I asked for more and then that became 2 portions! I had to pay $2.00 more for 1 more side. Ridiculous. Over $9 for a plate of sides.

    (3)

  • K C.

    Very disappointed with the meat jun plate. Meat jun was very dry and with no taste. For my sides, it was very inedible. Ordered double wakami, mac salad and sprouts. The wakami was not chewable at all. It was like chewing on a tire. Wakami turns hard like that when you dont soak it for the proper amount of time. The only thing that was good was the sprouts and mac salad, although the salad was bland, it was livable. Wrong type of sauce was given to me. They gave me some kind of vinegar sauce for the meat jun. I will NEVER order from them AGAIN.

    (1)

  • Laurie L.

    Its New Years Eve and we just wanted to have a nice but simple dinner. We were at Market City because I had to pick something up at Foodland and decided to eat at Gina's. I had a shrimp katsu/mandoo combo plate. My husband had a BBQ chicken plate and my son had the Kau bi. My sides were long rice, taegu, kim chee and seaweed. There was so much food on my plate! Two shrimp katsu patties and five man doo. I ate one patty and two mandoo, half of my veggies and a little rice. I have just enough for my lunch tomorrow. My husband ate half of his plate and my son finished off his plate, he was really hungry. Good food at a food price.

    (5)

  • Sheena P.

    OMG I love this place! This review is long overdue but well deserved. I ALWAYS get the spicy pork plate and it's always perfect! Huge portions no matter what you order, service is good, location is pretty convenient, side dish options are awesome and catering prices and portions are a great bargain! Just writing this review has my mouth watering for their spicy pork plate lunch. Cooked so perfectly every time. You know what I mean? The pork is seasoned just right and cooked so perfectly that the fat is crispy and the meat is still tender it melts in your mouth! Combine that with their mac salad, potato salad, kim chee, and taegu? OMG! I think I'll head over right now for lunch lol When I leave Oahu my last meal will be from Gina's B-B-Q!!!! :-D

    (5)

  • Kimi F.

    Ordered the Gina's special 2 pieces of kalbi- nice and tasty 2 pieces of chicken- not so good, they pre cook it and it was dried out and tough to eat. I presume they just throw it on the grill to warm it before serving. 2 pieces of barbecue meat- this was soft but lacked flavor, to be honest it lacked color looked pale and unappealing. The sign says it comes with mandoo and squash juhn? However, it was replaced with 2 mini Chinese spring rolls. I thought I was here for Korean, why would I want spring rolls? Really? The sides were okay, but I noticed while waiting that they are more generous on the sides with people they know than with others. They lack customer service the both times I've been here. Yet, I don't think they care because they always seem busy, since it's the only Korean place within the vicinity. Making it convenient for most people who live in the area. The place is small, there are some tables to sit at. If you're doing take out, call your order in ahead of time. If not, be prepared to find a spot to wait in tight quarters. This for sure, will not be my number one go to place for fastfood Korean.

    (2)

  • Grace C.

    Gina's was on my list of places not to be missed, so we came here immediately on Day 2. The location itself is small, so don't bring a big party. We ordered our food to go to enjoy back in our hotel room overlooking the ocean. We ate: - meat jun - fish jun - chicken katsu The meat jun came highly recommended by my friend, but we were both more impressed by the fish jun. I love egg so fish fried with egg surrounding it was heaven. The chicken katsu tasted very crisp and fresh. Love it. Portions are huge (Gina herself asked us if we were sure we wanted to order this much), so it was good for an afternoon snack.

    (4)

  • Keoni G.

    Great food at a reasonable price. Everytime I go around closing time they always offer extra food so that's a plus!

    (5)

  • Brandon S.

    I've been hitting this place since I was in high school and the food has consistently been the same. Depending what you get it's either pretty good or pretty meh. The portions are huge but I think I'd prefer quality versus quantity. What sucks is that over the years the prices have steadily increased as well. I now pay nearly $10 for tofu soup there when I feel like I can head over to Cho Dang for some ballah $4.99 Soon Dobu! Parking is pretty ample here since it's at Market city but the place itself always gets crowded. Which means you need to expect to wait for your food if you don't call your order in. I don't know how some people eat here because there's not much room to do that unless you cram into their picnic like tables. You're better off doing take out. But it's a good place to order a cater take out if you need it. Otherwise, stick to the standard Korean stuff like BBQ chicken, BBQ been or meat Jun.

    (3)

  • Natalie P.

    The first time I tried this place was through catering at work for our monthly pauhana lunch. Gina's has a selection of food and I thought all of it was great especially the kalbi and chicken, so I decided to visit them for dinner....bad idea. This place is not good for sit-in dinners, as soon as we walked in I felt smooched by all the people waiting, the longer I was there the more stressed I got. The ladies working behind the counter were not too worried about customer service as much as they were about getting orders out. I don't care if I have to wait a little longer if it means my order will be right and I won't feel rushed. When my food was ready and the lady asked for my sides I followed with a question but her demeanor clearly said "hurry up"...yeah the prices were cheap but YoonCy's BBQ is about the same quality/price and the people there are much more calm..anyhow the only good thing about this place is the food...It was an extremely disappointing experience.

    (3)

  • Gayle C.

    Had not been here in over a year. Did a take out order family portion. Enough food from 4 to 6 people for about $40. Well worth the price. Everything was delicious with very generous portions. Not the most friendly but hey at these prices, not a priority! I'll be back..

    (4)

  • Tina N.

    Huge portions, tasty food, reasonable pricing! Stopped by cause I saw all the Yelp reviews. Mom/Pop shop with nice owener/cook. A lot of people walked in and ordered as we waited.

    (4)

  • Jeremy G.

    If you like a lot more food than what you get at similar restaurants then this is your place. Basically this is the family owned version of that OTHER Korean chain. (what's it called again Yukky BBQ? I don't remember ;P ) Been coming here for years for my catering size korean food needs. It's the same as the other places, just a little more local and a little more heart felt.

    (4)

  • Cassie P.

    If you find yourself telling someone "I'm so hungry my stomach is eating itself!!", then you go to Gina's. The plates are freaking huge!! And delicious. I love all of the sides here so much, most of the time I don't even care about the entree choice. Just load me up on some kim chee, cabbage, chop chae and mac salad, and I'm set!

    (5)

  • Dan O.

    Great neighbor place when you need to have your Korean food fix! My favorite is their barbeque chicken. Gina's is known for their big plate lunches, but I'm always satisified with their mini-bento.

    (4)

  • K C.

    Portions are pretty big & their food was great! Came here recently & noticed their prices went up. The food isn't that great now either. I see a lot of reviews about the service but for the times we came, the workers are always so friendly to us. Always asking if we want more food, water or need our meat to be chopped up lol.

    (3)

  • Kong T.

    I came here from a recommendation from a friend. If you're on a budget, this is the place to be. Their menu is extensive, but having to feed 5 people, I ordered the mini family pack. This is what I essentially got from $20. Kalbi - 3 pieces, 3 pieces of chicken, 3 pieces of BBQ beef, 5 pieces of Man doo, 5 pieces of Meat Jun, 5 scoops of rices and 4 choices of sides. They say this will feed 2-3 people. We ended up feeding 5 people with this meal. At $20, I don't think you can find a better deal anywhere else. In regards to taste, the Kalbi was done really well, the chicken and BBQ beef were a bit salty for me, but considering I didn't eat it with rice, it might have been just right with rice. The dining room was small, looks like most people come in and pickup to-go. It's self seating, so if a seat opens up, jump on it. I'd say you can seat about 10-15 people in there for a meal.

    (4)

  • Gavin D.

    Not terrible, but there are definitely better Korean plate options. I know the place is very popular, as there's usually a line (I've been there 3 or 4 times) -- but the food is just ok. I tend to think it's one of those places that is popular at least in part because the food is cheap and plentiful (they give large servings).

    (2)

  • Matt C.

    I usually come here to order a $32 meat jun pan for parties (no one complains about meat jun at parties) but I never ordered their plate lunches until tonight. I had a combo (katsu,meat jun, and mandoo) plate which costs about $10 which I thought was pricey. When I got my food I thought the money was worth it because they gave me A LOT of food.!It came with 2 scoop rice and 4 sides, the best side dish was the long rice noodles (Highly Recommended). I'm the kind of guy that finishes his food but tonight my streak has ended. I'll have the leftovers for lunch tomorrow which sounds like a good deal for a $10 plate. I'm a fan and I will be back here again. FYI you wanna try to get to know Gina because if you are at least a semi regular she will remember you and will hook you up from time to time.

    (4)

  • Kozmeaux D.

    Small Korean bbq joint with very limited seating. Looks to be primarily take out. I ordered the Gina's special...Korean short ribs, bbq beef, bbq chicken combo which comes with 4 sides. I also ordered the Korean fried dumplings, mandoo. Dumplings and bbq (bulgogi) were the weakest part of the meal. I have had much better. The short ribs and chicken were very good. Sides were also very good ...kimchee, sprouts, watercress, radish. Prices were reasonable... especially being near Waikiki. Portions were huge.

    (3)

  • Ramfis B.

    When it comes to eating great Korean food with great service, Gina's BBQ fits that bill. The portion here are HUGE!! The Gina's Special i highly recommend. You get 2 pieces of Kalbi, 2 Pieces of BBQ Chicken, 2 pieces of BBQ Beef, with rice and some dumplings and your choice of 4 sides. The Taegu is a choice you have to make. It is so soft and has that nice and soft texture that i never had in eating Taegu before. Now there are a few things i have to point out, the BBQ Beef was just just ok in my opinion, but other than that, if you have an appetite for great Korean food, Gina's doesn't mess around. And what really took this place over the top for me is that Gina asked me if i wanted my meat cut. So she busted out her meat scissors and cut the Kalbi and BBQ Chicken for me which was very nice touch for a takeout Korean place. I was impressed, very impressed. I will definitelty be back for more.....

    (5)

  • Jayden L.

    I usually order the Gina's special which was a deal for $8.95 but now they raised the prices to $12 which is a little too much for what you get. True it is a lot of food but the meat is usually pretty dry. I still like their other plates such as the hamburger steak and spicy pork. I won't be getting the Gina's special anymore but that won't stop me from coming back.

    (3)

  • Katrina B.

    This place was decent. The food was good and the portions are huge. The restaurant is small though. The workers are very nice and I loved their beef!

    (3)

  • Ken G.

    Wow, a fantastic spot - tons of food for a low price. I had Gina's Special, which included two kinds of beef, grilled chicken and 4 side dishes...I was not disappointed. Everything tasted very good - the meat was tender and savory and the side dishes were very fresh. The place is very small and seating is limited, but if you are a patient and flexible person, this spot is great.

    (5)

  • Hana B.

    The lady here is RUDE and screams at you if you don't hear you order being called. Or if you just don't understand what she's saying, she'll repeat it by screaming at you. So keep your ears perked and pay attention. Listen for your order so you don't get yelled at! Luckily I observed first before ordering so I didn't get yelled at. Aside from that, the food is great and the portions are awesome! I had enough leftovers for home lunch the next day. If you're feeding your family it's also a good idea to go with the family pack because the portions are also big. 4 stars because food is good, the price/portion is awesome, but I feel bad for the customers who get yelled at.

    (4)

  • Amy S.

    Came here after class for some food with friends. Once I saw where it was, I was temped to persuade everyone to go the Mexican place next door because I really like that place and it's been awhile. But, I want to try new things... so we went in. I've never really eaten Korean food before and I am a boring eater- so I got the chicken katsu. The workers def have personality-- but I am unafraid, I'm from Jersey! My friend explained the sides to me--- and I boringly just got corn and cabbage. The portions are huge, it's cheap and good! I grabbed a bite of the squash yun-- it was actually zucchini, and it was amazing-- i would go back just for that.

    (4)

  • Lempi M.

    My mother-in-law told me this place gives huge portions, so in I went and got the family mini platter for 20 bucks. - 3 kinds of meat, mandoo (pot stickers), 5 scoops of rice and four sides. A family joint, the staff didn't write anything down and got the order correct, despite beng quite busy. The place was packed with locals, and once you've eaten the food you know why. Delicious! The meal for "two or three" then fed 4 adults and two hungry children with leftovers to spare. Worth waiting for.

    (4)

  • Don K.

    The quality here has really gone down over the years. This used to be one of my favorite places to eat but the last few times I've eaten here I've been very disappointed. Everything tasted fishy.....the vegetables, the squash jun, the korean garlic chicken...... I literally had to throw away the full plate of food and go somewhere else to get dinner. I have never had to do this before. Sadly I will probably not return.

    (1)

  • B L.

    Excellent Korean joint to get affordable and genuine Korean food. Gina's BBQ has been in business for 24 years. The portions are very generous and I couldn't even finish my Gina's Special. The only thing I do not like is the Sweet and Sour Chicken. If you want to save money and have a very good meal, check this place out.

    (4)

  • Gspot H.

    I like the Combo Deals. Need a few more seats. Favorited by many local people in HAwaii. Gina's is a tradition for most travelers who come to Oahu a few times a year.

    (4)

  • Daniel C.

    I grew up eating here and I think they have the best Korean lunch plates in Oahu. Portions are very generous and everything on the menu is great. Service is personal because everyone there takes the time to get to know you as you dine there over time. Must try if you're a local or even if you're just visiting.

    (5)

  • Gabriel T.

    This is probably one of the best Korean BBQ places on the island. Everything on the menu is beastly good. The prices and portions of the food are good. The store is kinda small with just a few tables for dining in but it's good nonetheless. I remember catering out food out of this place and they had the food trays are ready and organized by the time we got there. It's conveniently located inside the Kaimuki shopping plaza area where Foodland, the Mexican restaurant, and Fun Factory is at. The parking in that area can sometimes be busy and full depending on what time in the day you come in. There is also parking in the back by Ben Franklins if anything. The customer service and staff are good. Yelp 365 Challenge #113/365

    (4)

  • Stephanie B.

    A tiny dive near King. Came here for dinner, and the place was packed. We squeezed onto two bar stools and enjoyed the BBQ beef and BBQ chicken. This was some of the most moist meat that I have ever had. We also had the cabbage (boring - have the kimchee), seaweed (delcious salty salad), radish (my hubby's favorite - tart and crunchy), daegu (my fav - and I don't even know what it is), long rice and watercress (love the greens). The ladies who work the counter did not really speak English, but a local helped with my order, for which I will be forever grateful. I left absolutely jammed with food, but a very happy camper. :)

    (4)

  • Haein P.

    Everyone has already stated the essential facts, but I believe this place deserves constant reiteration! THE FOOD: it's Korean food done local-style in plate-lunch form. Think of your favorite Korean-prepared meats (kalbi, bbq chicken, bulgogi, spicy pork/dwaeji bulgogi, meat jun, etc) and your favorite Korean side dishes (kimchee, japchae, shoyu potatoes, bean sprouts, daegu, etc) and imagine heaps and heaps of them in a to-go container all for under 10 dollars. Even the combo plates, which allow you to choose 2 or even up to 3 items, are still under 10 dollars. Personally, my favorites there are the meat jun, spicy pork,, spicy garlic or sweet & sour chicken. My favorite sides are the japchae (long rice), moo (pickled daikon), and taegu (spicy dried pollack) THE SERVICE: Dude, I love Gina and the whole fam. She's like an eemo (aunty) to me. She ran into me once at a pho restaurant, but I failed to notice her and she calls me "wollam-gooksoo" (korean word for PHO) as my permanent nickname now. Even when I call in for pick-up orders, she recognizes my voice and me speaking Korean and asks, "is this wollam gooksoo?" They treat me like a niece or granddaughter there and despite the fact that their portions are huge and I always have to take leftovers home, she scoops more rice and side dishes onto my place before wrapping it up for me. This place is a classic staple in Local Korean food for Hawaii & I'm pretty sure it'll always remain that way for years and years to come.

    (5)

  • Jayson N.

    Note to self.. I'm not in high school anymore.. Score card: gina's mini family pack 2, Jayson N and friend. 0

    (4)

  • Arthur S.

    Can't say i remember Gina's Barbeque all too well. I remember we came on a not too busy day and i happened to be in the area so we gave it a go. The setup is pretty average. The cashier/server took our order and filled our plates with two scoops of rice. We were then asked for 3-4 choices of sides. After this we waited for the main part of the meal to be prepared. A few GOOD THINGS: 1. The quality of the side looked great. Everything appeared fairly fresh. Although it seems that the typical Korean restaurants all serve the same sides, and i can't say that i remember anything that set GINAS apart from the others. 2. Size of servings: Pretty gracious size of servings including the main dish. 3. PRICING: The food served was nicely priced,especially for the helpful servings. There's combination plates or just single order plates so you can have a little variety. the one DOWNSIDE: 1. limited seating. I've noticed that Gina's can be packed sometimes and i didn't notice too much seating space when we arrived there. Getting take out can solve this problem, and i think most plates are served in takeout style containers anyways. To sum it up: I thought it was just OK. Maybe because its been a while since Ive been back to this place, but i found it to be pretty typical. Nothing flashy about the atmosphere, and since we had take out i didn't get to experience really great service.

    (3)

  • Addie L.

    There is a new family mini pack for $20 plus tax, includes rice, four choices of veggies, 3 pieces of kalbi, 3 pieces of chicken, mandoo, bbq beef, and meat jun. What a deal! It's meant for 2 to 3 people, probably good for 4 people.

    (4)

  • Neal P.

    I don't recommend this place if you want something delicious. Sure it's cheap, gets you full, hence why I did not give this place 1 star. The Meat Jun I ordered was flat, soggy, and tasteless. Ever heard of marinating your meat? Also, the sauce just doesn't add anything to the dish. It tastes like straight up vinegar. Sure this is my first review, but I just today made this account to write this review. I can't believe elites rated this place so high, it's quite disturbing to see this place rated just as good as better Korean bbqs out there.

    (2)

  • Lori I.

    I needed a Korean food fix, so I decided to give Gina's a try again. I ordered the spicy BBQ chicken plate. I normally would have ordered the meat jun, but after eating Ah-Lang Meat Jun, I can't order meat jun anywhere else.j Gina has gotten much nicer and she looks younger too. How the hell does she do that? Must be the secret red sauce. She was actually friendly and made small talk. I remember going to Gina's back in the 80's (yeah, when I was 2 years old) and she was always yelling to the people in the back...she was the original angry korean lady. SPICY BBQ CHICKEN (just under $9): Was not that spicy...and the chicken was a little bit dry. The other day I ate a better spicy bbq chicken at Ono Korean BBQ up the street (Kaimuki Times/Longs shopping center) and it was juicier and had more flavor. PORTION SIZE: Still huge. I couldn't finish the plate, so I get two meals out of it. Not bad $9 for two meals. SIDES (ban chan): I had the long rice and cabbage. Her taegu is supposed to be the best, so if you've never tried it, give it a try. MINI BENTO: these are great for field trips and/or beach outings and for under $5 they're a great price. There are so many other Korean food places that have popped up that I like to make my rounds...so I won't be back for a while...

    (3)

  • Rod U.

    Huge portions, extremely low prices, and good grinds have made this my favorite Korean plate lunch place in Hawaii for years. This is not the place to get authentic korean cuisine but rather for the customized version tuned to local taste to make the great meal known as the korean plate lunch. Their kalbi, bulgogi, and bbq chicken are all excellent. Never over marinated. Never burnt. The meat jun and fish jun are well seasoned and not excessively oily. The food is consistently good. Probably owing to the huge number of take out meals they do in a day (practice makes perfect right). The sides that you can choose from are staggering. All are fresh and all are good. This place gets crowded and parking sucks so plan ahead. Oh yeah, the plate lunches weigh about two pounds. No joke. Recommended.

    (4)

  • FRED A.

    Don't let the crowd and positive reviews here fool you. Ordered a barbecue chicken/meat jun combo today for takeout to bring back to my office for lunch. BBQ chicken was rubbery and meat jun barely any meat and egg was cardboard like, soggy mini spring rolls. The only thing that was decent was the chop chae. Luckily for the owner, I did not eat in because I surely would have let her and the people waiting in line know how "overrated" their food is. Definite "thumbs down"!

    (1)

  • Cheri L.

    The first time that my boyfriend introduced me to Gina's, we ordered the mini family pack. While it was a ton of food and very worth the price, the food itself was a bit... weak. Even my Gina's-loving boyfriend admitted that it was not their best day, and that the food seemed a bit cold and soggy. However: We gave it another shot last night, each just ordering a meat jun plate lunch ($7.50) to go, and they have officially redeemed themselves. The meat jun was great, especially with the hot sauce, the sides were all good, and the rice was well-cooked. This will definitely be one of my new cheap-and-easy take out destinations.

    (4)

  • Greg B.

    Gina's is worth every value that you can attach to it. I had the combo meal (the meat jun and katsu) and it was quite well done. The katsu was nearly all meat. The pick for vegetables was not as extensive but then again for a combo meal, you get four choices, and the plate is rather big. I even got two small egg rolls. The cashier even offered me additional samplings of the vegetables, which is absolutely amazing, and astonishing. The price is fair and it does get rather busy towards dinner time. I arrived there at 3 PM and it was lightly crowded. There is a limited seating area so I would recommend coming in the off hours or just do take out.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    I won't embellish. Here's all you need to know about Gina's: PORTIONS ARE HUGANGOUS. - you'll get more than your fair share of the meat and then they'll pile on your choice of 4 Korean sides (panchan) for the regular plates. - you'll have enough food for at least 2 servings/sittings; but if you're local and ono for ono Korean, you'll be like me and eat it all in one sitting (eh, you's a fatty too!) PORTIONS ARE CHEAP. - the prices have gotten a little higher since I first started eating here back in college (I just wrote "Kollege" ... I must be writing about "Corean" food), but it's to be expected with all the craziness that is the US economy. - the prices are less expensive when compared to places like Yummy, Grace's, Pearl's ... because Gina gives you tons for the price. PORTIONS ARE FRESH (mostly). - unlike some places where you end up getting food that's been sitting beneath a light, you'lll usually get freshly bbq'd or fried food. I say usually because there are some times that you'll get one piping hot bbq chicken with a luke-warm one -- my best guess about this is that one piece came from a cold-blooded chicken. - sometimes the fried mandoo that comes with most of the plates can be tough/dry/old because they aren't fried to order If you have been living under a rock and have never had Gina's, go for broke and try the Gina's Special (~$9)

    (4)

  • Kelly H.

    can i get the meat jun plate with no rice purrrease! YEUP, that's where it is at! If you ask for no rice, they will give you the option of another side dish (bombskieees)! I think Gina's has the best meat jun on the whole island!!! definitely better than Yummy's...yummy's is where i go if i don't feel like driving to Ginas. Yummy's will suffice, but Gina's is orgasmic!! The meat seems slightly thicker and the egg is better cooked and the sides are more legit than Yummy's. Favorite Sides: Choi Sum, Bean sprouts, potato, and taegu....nom nom nom! Other dishes: the mandooo is pretty legit...you can also order side meat jun if you don't want the entire meal Gah I wish there was a place in california that sells Meat Jun, I would be there all day errr day!

    (5)

  • Kim A.

    Junk that they don't offer the taegu as a free side because of the increase in price. Also, they don't offer kim chee cucumber which is my other favorite side. Other than that, if I'm hungering for Korean food, Gina's BBQ is at the top because I like quantity and quality (notice I put the quantity first). Their meat jun is SOO GOOOD! I also love oysters, so I order the meat jun & oyster combo. This regular order feeds me for lunch and my leftovers would be my dinner. That's two meals and I don't have to cook a thing. The portions are humongous and worth the price. I mean sure, the oysters were previously frozen, but it still tastes good. Meat, starch, vegetables, yum! Just need to add a few fruits and you're set for your daily pyramid intake. Service is nice, quick, and man, are they generous with the portions. I always leave this place happy knowing I'll be eating well for my next 2 meals. :)

    (4)

  • Kevin C.

    I've been hooked on Gina's ever since I first tried it in high school. It's one of my must-go-to places when I'm home for the summer. Definitely one of the best Korean BBQ take out places I've tried. My favorite thing to get here is the meat jhun. NOM NOM NOM!! Very crispy and cooked perfectly. If you come with a group of 3-4 people I would definitely recommend getting the mini family pack. it's ONLY $18.50!! I shared this with two other people and we were all so FULL afterwards. It comes with kalbi, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, meat jhun, mandoo, rice and 4 sides. Totes worth your money! Favorite sides include the tae-gu, cabbage, mac salad, kim chee and bean sprouts. All is gooood in the world when you get so many choices. Parking in the lot can get kind of crazy tight, but I'm sure it will all be worth it. You can also eat in. There are two foldout tables in the restaurant and a counter to sit at. There is also water jug there for your pleasure.

    (4)

  • Kahala H.

    I always enjoy the food here. I can't even cook this amount of food for the cost. My kids are always excited when they know we're going to Gina's.

    (4)

  • Meli B.

    Not sure what all the hype is. Yes, they give you a lot of food for the money but I've definitely had better Korean BBQ. The floor was totally sticky and nasty where I was waiting for our food. The beef bulgogi was super dry as well as the chicken. The meat jun (typically my favorite), was greasy like they threw it in the fryer instead of pan frying. The mandoo tasted like it had been sitting around for a day and not fully fried. The best thing about the meal were the sides. Maybe we came on an off day. Sorry Gina's, won't be coming back here!!!

    (2)

  • Jason L.

    My favorite place for Korean bbq. The Gina's special is the best. $10 and the plate is huge! If I'm hungry I can finish the plate in one sitting. If not, lunch, he next day! The workers are the best. Maybe it's just me, but they can be funny (if it's not busy). And their veggies are always delicious.

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    Things I love right when I get home from LA: -Warm weather after stepping off plane -Friendly people -My mom picking me up with a plate of Gina's meat jun and my favorite sides!!!!!!! I LOVE GINA'S. I always have to go here. The portions are HUGE, it's pretty cheap, and who could forget, it's NOM NOM NOM!!! I always get meat jun. I love the sauce that comes with the meat jun. I'm not exactly sure what it is, but it is slightly sweet!! Gina's Special (BBQ chicken and Kalbi) is good as well. So is their chicken katsu. Okay so everything is good.... can't really go wrong. Aside from their main dishes, what really makes Gina's kickass for me is their sides. Tae-gu, corn, seaweed, cabbage, kim chi, mac salad, spicy chicken (when they have it), I wish I could have more than 4 choices for sides!!!!!! They always pile the sides on!!! :D "Meat jun whatchu like?" "Can I get tae gu" "And den" "hmmm cabbage" "And den.." AH I LOVE GINA.Yes, to top it off, Gina and the other aunty there are HILARIOUS. They definitely know the regulars and talk story. The only downside for me is that sometimes it takes a really long time to get your food.. but that's because they are hella busy!!! TIP: if you have time, you should eat in. Gina always asks you if you want more vegetables if you eat there and it appears as if you are almost finished with your sides. :D If you are in a rush, you can also order by phone and pick up! They cater!!!!!

    (5)

  • Kyle H.

    I have been on a Korean food hiatus so I was uber excited to try Gina's for the first time after hearing people say this place is like a local institution. I ordered the 2 item combo - spicy BBQ chicken and meat jun with brown rice and a drink. This set me back about $12 (extra charge for brown rice.... Strike one.) I'm very sad to report that every item on my plate was virtually indistinguishable other than by texture and looks. This was the blandest plate of food I've ever eaten in my entire life. Even the meat jun sauce provided, a watery sweet sour like sauce (not a shoyu-like sauce you'd get from other Korean plate lunch spots) did nothing to add flavor to the oily and rubbery meat. My spicy chicken wasn't even hot! They did give a huge portion of veggies though, which is always my fave part but unfortunately, these were bland too. I do think it was a nice touch to add the little spring roll and squash jun to the plate though. With the plethora of Korean BBQ options out there, needless to say I won't be dining here again and technically I don't consider my meal here as having broken my Korean food hiatus... Because I didn't even taste it!

    (2)

  • Jason W.

    This has nostalgia for me hence the 5 stars. In college, we would hit this place on the regular and I just went back today for the first time in at least 5+ years with my homie from UH and Gina's did not disappoint. I was hedging between the Meat Jun (which would have been a no brainer before) and the Chicken Katsu. I don't eat much beef, if at all, these days so I opted for the Chicken and I was not disappointed. For the price you pay, the amount of food you get, it's a pretty awesome deal. Gina's is a win for sure!

    (5)

  • Mark S.

    You get the most for your money at this popular Korean BBQ favorite. I always get the Gina's Special that comes with 2 Kalbi 2 BBQ chicken 2 BBQ beef 2 spring rolls 3 scoops rice and 4 choices of side veggies.

    (4)

  • Kasey M.

    Gina's is easily the best of the under $10 Korean restaurants that I've been to. Once in a while I get to stop at the Market City location and I'm always happy. They semi recently added a combo option (2 choices for $9). I'm so glad cause before I was always torn about what to get. The portion sizes are huge. My husband and I will split a 2 choice combo plate and still have left overs for lunch the next day. For the combo you get two choices of mains, 4 sides (which they are super generous with) and 2 veg dumplings. We usually get the kalbi and meat jun combo. The kalbi is super yummy although some days it seems it hasn't soaked as long as others. When its on its delicious. Nicely caramelized and they'll cut it for you for easier eating. The meat Jun has the perfect layer of egg on it. The meat is well seasoned and just is yummy. The sauce is good too. I like pouring it on my rice too. I also like their chicken katsu, which isn't Korean but still yummy. The crust is nice is crispy and the katsu sauce is good. For sides, you can't beat the taegu and long rice. The kimchee is nice and spicy. The shoyu potatoes are hit and miss, sometimes really good, sometime the sauce doesn't soak in enough. My husband also likes the daikon and the cabbage. Overall super good value for you dollar.

    (4)

  • LA L.

    Went to Gina's BBQ back in late September ona trip to Hawaii with some friends. We were looking for cheap, local eats and came upon this place. The portions were amazing and the food was flavourful! I had the Gina's special for $9.95 which had 3 kinfs of meat, 4 sides and 3 scoops of rice. The service was kind and friendly. It was alo good that despite how busy Gina's was that day,, we didn;t have to wait long for our food. We went to Gina's twice on our 10 day trip because we liked it so much. I think if you're looking for a place to give you b bang for your buck, Gina's is definitely the place.

    (4)

  • Jay D.

    I have been trying to figure out what "taegu" is - since I've been getting a lot of blank stares. Even some korean friends were confused. I then learned via the interwebs that it is a common dish, but - only - in Hawaii - the side dish is called "taegu" otherwise it's called "Ojingeochae Bokkeum". Calling it taegu is fine with me. It's not even a root of sorts that I had thought, but it's squid prepared by stir fry with a spicy, chili pepper paste. Taegu is chewy and sweet stir fried dried squid strips. Even better.

    (5)

  • Al D.

    This place is dirty and unremarkable. The food is bleh albeit you get lots of food. To Gina's credit I have yet to find a roach in my food. If you don't care about taste and just care about quantity, this is your place. But otherwise, try Mama Woo's or Ah Lang.

    (2)

  • Kelly G.

    3 of us shared a mini family pack. A little taste of everything: Meat jun, kalbi, BBQ chicken, BBQ beef, mandu with rice and 4 sides of your choice (we chose daegu, macaroni, seaweed, potato). Daegu is sauce covered fried squid. Macaroni wasn't that great. But everything was yum! Order out since theres basically no seating at the place.

    (4)

  • Traci H.

    I started going to Gina's back in the days of high school. Ok, just say that was a while ago. But it's always been good Korean food but it's sort of just ok with what else there is out there. It's a small take-out/restaurant (there are a few tables and chairs inside but it's not a table service type of restaurant nor is it very spacious. So if you're eating there, it's a little uncomfortable) in Market City Shopping center. The menu has gotten a lot more extensive over the years and looks like they serve all sorts of stuff now, including soups and all that. They won the Star Advertiser's People's Choice award for Korean food, so i had to give it a go again. And it was kind of just ok. The portions are very generous, that's for sure. so if you're hungry, great to get a lot of food for pretty good value. The chicken was kind of dry and tough. Didn't have that much flavor, but I had a lot of chicken to go around at least. And the portions of veggies she gives was huge! Had 4 veggie choices and those were quite good (chapchae was delicious). Maybe I went on an off day or the chicken had been sitting around but it was really kind of meh. Nothing terrible but really nothing spectacular. Worth a try and it's not too risky since it's still edible, but based on this experience, I don't know if I agree with the People's Choice award for Korean food. But am willing to give it another shot.

    (3)

  • Eric L.

    the people working there are RUDE, portions are alright but too rude also the kitchen and place itself is VERY DIRTY

    (1)

  • Desmond H.

    Cheap Korean BBQ! CLEANLINESS: 4/5 SERVICE: 4/5 FOOD: 4/5 + Family Pack So we came here due to a friends recommendation and we definitely came to the right place. Cheap Korean food? You can't go wrong. We had a group of 8 and ordered two family packs. It came with a variety of meet (bul-go-gi, kal-bi, etc.). There are also sides that you can choose from. The jap-chae was pretty good. We ate it family-style and they even gave us these plastic/glass plates to eat our food. That really made it feel like home. The owners are extremely nice and made small talk with our group. If I'm ever in Hawaii again and am craving cheap Korean food, Gina's would be my first choice.

    (4)

  • Kimmy A.

    First time here and i have to admit for the prices and how small of a place it is, the food is delicious. You get plenty of sides and their sauces on my sweet and our shrimp was great. I am coming back soon

    (5)

  • Chad Y.

    If you are in the mood for a Korean plate lunch, Gina's is the place to go. The food is consistently good and the service always quick. The portions are good sized and is enough for two normal eating people or one large appetite. The Gina's Special offers a good selection with chicken katsu, bbq chicken, kalbi, and bbq beef. That with the four vegetarian sides is hard to top! The menu also features a good large pan selection if you plan to have a party, but be sure to call and place an order in advance. The only downside for me is that they only have shoyu potatoes on Tuesdays and they often run out. Oh and another one...it is in Market City so parking can be a pain sometimes!

    (4)

  • Emily T.

    Value Value Value!!! Gina's gives so much food for a great price, one plate can feed me for at least 2 meals! They give tons of rice and banchan with your plate. And besides your typical banchan choices (kim chee, bean sprouts, cabbage, seaweed, corn, mac salad, choi sum, long rice, etc etc etc), they also have taegu (which Yummy's type places don't typically give), and once in a while, some spicy chicken...meat as a side, awesome! Besides your typical Korean take out choices, some different items you can find at Gina's are the spicy BBQ chicken and fried oysters. Yum! I also love that you can make your own combo plates with the different meat choices. Sweet! They do get busy at peak hours, so best to call in your order if you can. It can get crazy busy inside, with a line for people ordering and people crowding around waiting to select their banchan or get their plates and go! And although Market City has ample parking, somehow the spaces seem small and it always seems crowded. If you want a ton of food for cheap, Gina's is the place!

    (4)

  • Randall S.

    Ok so this place has great food and is always a place to grab and go. You got to pick up, there just isn't seating there ( yes they have two or three tables but the place is too small to sit and eat)

    (5)

  • Norm D.

    Cheap and great place to get some ono Korean BBQ quickly. I've been coming here sporadically for years (more so when I used to dorm at UH and worked at the in-store branch in Foodland) and have always enjoyed this place for its tasty Korean BBQ. Portions are definitely generous of which you can practically feed 1 big eater, 2 medium eaters, or 3 dainty eaters who pick at their food. Gina and the whole family crew is what makes this place even more special. They are always helpful and friendly. Like everyone says in their reviews, parking can be tough but you might have better luck parking on the lower level by Ben Franklin Store. Although shops/restaurants have come and gone in Market City, I'm really glad that Gina's has stayed here to feed the hungry, especially for the budget-minded UH students.

    (4)

  • Cami O.

    I love the food, price, and portions! I hope they expand the dining area soon! it's not the best place to dine in at because there are only two 6-seater tables and a few seats at the counters. so I usually just do take out. if you do get the chance to eat there, there's complimentary water. the night I went, it was near closing time so it wasn't so busy. so she offered to serve us water! I like her; she's so nice :] so I gave her a nice tip! I couldn't finish my meal (rare occasion) so I asked for a take-out container. she ended up packing and bagging everything for me! would be awesome if they made soondubu! (unless it's called something else on the menu?) will always take a long drive out to Gina's!

    (4)

  • Gary N.

    This place is so cheap and it give so much food! One plate at Gina's BBQ is equal to two plates at Zippy's. It's that big, and it's about the same price! Three BBQ chicken plates and we were out in about 5 minutes. I have no idea how they cook the chicken so fast.

    (5)

  • Eric A.

    The katsu here was ranked high in a past HI Yelp thread, which is was brought me to this place. I've always been curious about Gina's, especially since I used to always go to Torito's Mexican Food next door. Today, it was busy and with the lack of seating, we sat along the corner in stride. This being a Korean-style eatery, I went ahead and tried the spicy bbq chicken plate special, which is: spicy chicken, another choice of meat entree, two scoops rice, squash jun, mandoo and 4 vegetable sides for $8.50. Chicken katsu was my obvious choice to fill the void and not long after I ordered, did the food came out. I'll have to admit, they give a lot here. A freaking lot! The spicy bbq chicken was good, cept a bit too sweet for me. It tasted like it was spiked it up with that sweet and spicy Thai sauce I dip my lumpia (deep-fried Filipino rolls) in. Though I'll give them credit for keeping the pieces moist and using good cuts of bird. The katsu was also good but not spectacular. Breading was crunchy, sure, but not heavily panko'ed, which is the way I like it. At least they make a decent dipping sauce, instead of the sh*t they try to pass off as tonkasu at L & L. It was similar, just a little thicker, heartier and a tad spicy. The sides that came with my meal (sprouts, mac salad and pickled seaweed) tasted no different than most of local Korean joints, except for Gina's taegu. It was horrible! The texture was hard and the taste was strong, like the dried cuttlefish you see packaged and sold at 7-11. I know that they're both technically the same thing but to soak chewy and dried cuttlefish, dip it in kim chee-style sauce and then try to pass it off as taegu? Hambala! Other sides that came with the meal was a slice of squash jun (which was a bit soggy/bland) and one piece of mandoo, which looked more like lumpia. No matter, it was nothing special anyway. In the end, I did like the majority of what I tried. Though I don't see myself returning here anytime soon. Toritos, sure, but not Gina's Bar-B-Q. 3 stars Gina's Bar-B-Q in Market City

    (3)

  • Michele L.

    Definitely quantity when coming over to Gina's. Always give such large portions of whatever you decide to order, as well as the sides! Kalbi is always tender, meat jun is tasty, and the fried mandoo are huge! Conveniently located in market city.

    (4)

  • Darren N.

    Getting there: This place is easy to get to and Market City has a decent amount of parking though it is always a busy area. Carpool if you can. Ambiance: This place, given the size, is really built more as a takeout joint. There are some tables inside that take up a lot of the area in front of the ordering counter but I'd suggest you just eat their food elsewhere. Lots of food traffic and it can get crowded in there as this place is pretty popular. Service: They are quick and efficient in getting your take out orders right. Never had a mistake yet. And you can order by phone. Food: It's obviously Korean takeout food so it can't be differentiated much from any other place. They have a small but good selection of veggies though I have seen a wider selection elsewhere that fit my tastes. As usual per these types of places, they give lots of veggies and rice and a decent amount of meat. They do have their own specials but I wouldn't say that separates them from the rest by much. Who to bring: People to help you carry the takeout orders to your car. How much to bring: Ten bucks per person is plenty. Verdict: I like Korean takeout food and their meat jun isn't overly stringy. Given the location and ease of ordering food from them they score a 4 for me. Final notes: Since it's a lot of food, I recommend dinner only.

    (4)

  • Brian A.

    Hearing so much about Gina's on Yelp it immediately went on my "To Try" list. So, when we had the chance after a good morning of hiking with Eric A. and Nicole K. we stopped by for a meal, hungry and a bit tired. It's located in a busy strip mall, but we were luckily able to find a parking space pretty quickly. The girlfriend and I shared a Gina's Special. It came with kal-bi, bbq chicken, bbq beef, mandoo, rice and four sides (which we chose kim chi, sprouts, taegu, and mac salad). For under $9 it was a lot of food. The two of us couldn't finish it. One of the cool things was the nice Korean lady offered to cut up all our meats and also gave us an extra plate to share without even asking her. The kal-bi ribs and bbq chicken were pretty good. The bbq beef was oddly soggy. Not sure what's up with that. The rest of the sides we had were also pretty tasty, except the taegu, which was exceptionally fishy. There isn't a lot of space to sit down and eat, so when we were there we noticed that quite a bit of their business was take-out. Anyway, this is a good place to get your fill because the plates for under $9 are massive!

    (3)

  • raechelle v.

    I never really understood the hype about this place. Yes, the prices are pretty good. And their taegu was to die for. I really liked the sweet sauce they used for their mandoo and meat jun. Well, went there recently after not going for many years. I was sad that the steak plate place next door closed down, so I opted to eat at Gina's. Big mistake for these reasons: #1-They were not friendly to me. It was very obvious that since I was not a regular, I would not be treated warmly. I got no smile or greeting yet 10 seconds later, the ladies working the front greeted these customers very warmly and it was clear that they knew each other. These regular customers even got their food before me with some extra stuff on the side for free (I know this because the server told them it was free)...even though they came after me! #2-They don't serve taegu anymore with their plate lunches. You have to pay extra for taegu. :( #3-Their meat jun is terrible! It was so soggy that I ended up throwing away the rest of my plate. It tasted as if the egg/batter didn't fully cook. Gina's, please be careful. Just because you won a couple awards for being the BEST Korean food doesn't mean you can treat your customers this way. There are many other lesser known Korean places willing to work hard and treat their customers with aloha. I really used to like you Gina's. I really want to be able to come back to you, but I'm scared of your customer service and soggy meat jun. Till then.....I'll be having fun discovering new Korean eating places.

    (1)

  • robyn y.

    What can I say? I got food poisoning. I ate here 7/13/13... had the kal-bi/meat jun combo with rice, mac salad, namul, taegu, and kim chee. My husband had their meat jun plate with rice, namul, seaweed, some eggplant chicken thing, and corn. We ate there... enjoyed the food, went home and at 12:30am I was SICK. I'll spare you the details... but lets just say that it's not normal to go bathroom more times than you have fingers and toes. I don't know what set my body on it's 48 hour upheaval of my insides but all I know is I'm not going back to find out. Oh and btw - my husband was fine. His dinner hadn't upset him not one bit. Must've been my sides or the kalbi?

    (1)

  • Jenny C.

    We have ordered from Gina's in the past here and there for some office lunches and nothing from Gina's ever compelled me to want to write a review. Why? Their food is mediocre at best - if you're in the area and there are no other Korean places around - Gina's would probably be your fallback. I think Gina's was good in its heyday but the quality now is not great and they've been cutting corners on their food quality and serving size. Also, I dislike how they have a choice of veggies on their website but when you get in the store...half of the choices aren't there (makes for a horrible office lunch order). Anyhow, back to my one star rating. I went in to get their Gina's Special - it's a big plate so when I got my order, I started grabbing an extra set of utensils for sharing. Gina is standing there and says, "That's enough already, you only have one plate." I tell her, we're sharing this plate and she stays silent and has this like pissed off look on her face. As I'm leaving, a customer waiting in line and I give each other this look of like, "are you kidding me??" I really don't appreciate how Gina called me out in front of the other customers like that - especially when I was just getting one extra set of utensils. I've heard and read about her mood swings - but if you have the food to back up the attitude...then great. If not, we already have an "angry korean lady" on the island whose food eclipses yours three fold.

    (1)

  • Jay K.

    Not Korean food guys, this is HAWAIIAN FOOD wouldn't ever pay out of my own pocket for gina's bbq, but it doesn't taste terrible and I'd eat it if someone brought it to work

    (2)

  • Debbie M.

    Gina's has always been a decently priced and tasty place to go for Korean food. I've ordered their catering trays for numerous company lunches and was never disappointed. The two plates I ordered last night, though, made we wonder if Gina's actually tasting what's coming out of her kitchen. My steamed mandoo was tasteless and the sauce that came with it didn't do anything to enhance the flavor. Out of the 4 vegetable choices, 2 were good--the choi sum and daikon were delicious. The seaweed was very salty and the kim chee tasted slightly off. My son's meat jun also had no taste, but the barbecue chicken was fine. They still give very generous portions, but if the food doesn't taste good it's just a waste. I hope my dinner plates last night was just a fluke and they go back to being the delicious Gina's I've always enjoyed.

    (2)

  • Cheryl S.

    I love Gina's BBQ!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The food is always good and they haven't let me down all these years. So, one night I needed to bring home some food after work to my parents house and I remember ohhhh i sooo wanted to try the Family Pack. For the price you cant go wrong. =) FYI it is a lot of food... This is the description from their website "Regular FAMILY PACK includes ; 6 pieces of kalbi, 6 pieces of chicken, 6 pieces of BBQ meat, 12 pieces of mandoo, 12 pieces of meat jun, 10 scoops of rice and all vegetables and a large drink. Enough for 4 to 6 people. $39.50" YUMMMM. A little advice: Call in your order as Gina's is usually busy and its a small restaurant.

    (5)

  • Sash T.

    Yes it's always crowded, but isn't that a good sign that it is a good place to eat. I usually phone order my food n get it to go. Huge portions that are enough to feed for two people! I've been going here for 15 plus years.

    (5)

  • Charisse L.

    Kim chi fried rice - yummy BBQ Ika - yummy Meat Jun - too greasy Sides - yummy Price - Great (had enough food for two meals) Seating - limited. Better to take out.

    (4)

  • Justin C.

    I wish that they had the korean potatoes and the noodles. I often go there because of their location but I always end up craving the potatoes! They do give generous portions, and I have tried their kal bi, meat jun and bbq chicken.. I recommend BBQ chicken and sometimes the meat jun. The kal bi can be a little tough sometimes.

    (3)

  • Sierrah I.

    I need to ask the Gina ahjuma what her recipe for mandoo is. On my list of top 10 mandoo on the island. Growing up and going to school around this area, I always remember Mom calling in the order to Gina's- Mom: "One mini family pack, no meat jun (cause for some reason none of us as kids liked meat jun) more mandoo please." Gina's: "Ok Baker yaa? Be ready in 5-10 minutes" Haha, Gina's knew my momma by name. & it's still the same ladies working the counter till this day. I really miss those nights coming home with those old beer boxes full of Styrofoam goodness. Went to Gina's this afternoon and everything down to the mandoo still tasted exactly the same. Made me miss my family, and dinners eating Gina's together. That's "Woohoo! As good as it gets!"

    (5)

  • Matthew L.

    I visited this place based on a recommendation from one of my friends. She told me this place was the best Korean in Oahu and she was right!. The portions were big and tasted great. One thing I love about this place is that it wasn't a far drive from Waikiki, like less than 10 minutes. If you rented a car you must check this place out for some inexpensive Korean food.

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    Gina's special- a little bit of the tender BBQ chicken, a bit of the Korean BBQ, a bit of the bulgogi and 4 sides dishes (she gave me really nice servings of each) , a tiny vege egg roll and finally a tempura squash. I ended up having leftovers and it's definitely meant for 2 person. This is a generous portion of food, even if you have a man-sized hunger. The meat jun was okay, I like the meat jun at Yummy's better because I prefer their sauce. I must admit though, their kimchi is SO delicious. Nice employees, cozy tiny place, free ice cold water you refill yourself.

    (4)

  • Brent S.

    Still a solid place for cheap local Korean food. The Gina's Special is the best deal. You can basically get 2-1/2 meals from it for under $10.

    (4)

  • Angela Leilani S.

    Holy moly, their plates are GINORMO! The wait time is incredibly long, but as soon as I opened my Gina Special lunch plate, it was like looking at the face of God. I was in awe of the multitude of food they packed in that plate. (Or it could have been that I was just hungry and tired, but I think it's the former!) If you're looking for a quiet, spacious place to dine, this is not it...it can get crowded, so you should probably get your food to go. Overall, good food, huge portions, be prepared to wait a little bit. And my next trip, I'll try their sweet and sour chicken, my friend ordered it and it was AMAZING.

    (4)

  • Kelly M.

    Good food big plates. My boyfriend and I ordered two plates - so much food. It was quite good. We took about 6 scoops of rice, some kimchi, and half the kalbi home and I made fried rice out of it the next day. Two meals for the price of one.

    (4)

  • L L.

    We always come here for good and reasonable food! We try to get different things, but always get one Gina Special, can't beat the deal! They are generous with rice and kimchi. Sometimes my auntie likes to eat just that, kim chi is very tasty. When I lived on the mainland, I used to get a Korean tofu seafood soup every time I got sick. I can't find it in Hawaii, so I just order the tofu and/or kimchi soup from Gina. It's not the same, but close enough. It always helps me get over my cold. The price, taste, and quantity are the perfect combination for us. Plus, one Gina Special can easily feed two people.

    (4)

  • Phil S.

    Awesome. Small dining area. Great staff, very friendly. Tons of food. Very good prices.

    (5)

  • Boki C.

    wow, i can't believe i haven't rated this yet! I've had a couple of times & love it. my korean friends say it's a good/authentic place. this is a hole in the wall place. this place is so cheap & when they say the set meals will feed 2-3 people, that's 2-3 VERY hungry big men. needless to say, huuuuge portions. one word: uuuberlicious

    (5)

  • Jennifer H.

    My babeski took me here for lunch. He was telling me how good this place was, big portions, and how there's always a line out the door. I'm totally sold on this place. I love that for the combo plates, you can pick your own sides (4). I like the greens and the long rice & my boyfriend picked the kimchi and mac salad. The entree we got was spicy pork. It was soooo good. I love when the pork is by itself and not swirled with mounds of kimchi. (I love kimchi flavor, but not the actual veggie.) The portions are definitely set for two. Costed less than $10. Will absolutely come back.

    (4)

  • Lindsay J.

    My husband and I have been coming here for years. Gina always recognizes us and always asks where we've been esp if we haven't shown up for months. She is a little spunky Korean woman. Just listen to how she talks to the regulars... it is hilarious. :) On to the food. Our faves here are: (drum roll please...) Kalbi. Unagi. Chicken katsu. BBQ chicken plate. Meat jun. Ika katsu. Sides to get: cucumber kim chee, seaweed, taegu, long rice, mac salad, and shoyu potato. Generous portions and reasonably priced. If you are really hungry, get the Gina's Special, or the Mini Family Pack which feeds about 2-4 people. Definitely worth circling the parking lot several times for.

    (4)

  • Madeline N.

    Korean Food. Glorious, glorious Korean food. In quantities so vast it will leave you speechless. All for less than $10 per plate. Rookie mistake - we bought 6 meals for 6 people and ended up taking 4 meals home as take-out. Mandoo and meat jun (meat fried in a thin omelet), fried chicken wings (YES), kalbi, teriyaki chicken. You get 3 scoops of rice and 4 portions of vegetables that you can choose from behind the counter. I picked up greens, jap chae, sprouts, and cabbage. There's daikon and kimchi, mac salad and corn. So. much. food. Most people take out but there is room for 12 people to sit (2 tables of 6 each) with fold-out chairs. Shoved into a strip mall with a vast Foodland at the end, I would come here for good food with friends and family but probably not a romantic night out. Parking can suck.

    (5)

  • Les Is More M.

    holy crap, this place was once dependable and a well known hole-in-the-wall that was perfect for a korean food fix. I don't know if the ownership has changed, but talk about taking a nosedive. this place sucks ass. kalbi tasted like it wasn't marinated at all, and wasn't even lukewarm. oddly, veggies were lukewarm instead of cold/chilled, and somehow or another my bbq chicken tasted like fish. it was just one sorry excuse for an attempt at korean food, and downright disappointing. this is the last time I'm ever eating at this place - there's lots of places like o-bok, chodang, mama wu's or even yummy korean bbq where you can get MUCH better quality. the best thing that could happen to this place is closing it down!!! :o(

    (1)

  • Krys Y.

    Gina is this semi-gruff, hard-working, little Korean woman--But I like her! She's very straight to the point, but if you get on her good side (by just frequenting her restaurant) she starts to remember you, and she always gives extra food. The other workers give generous portions as well. The serving sizes are already more than generous. I eat a lot, and a mini was surprisingly a lot of food, enough to make me content at least. They can feed anyone from a mini to a huge family pack. Feeding my family is like feeding an army, yet we still have leftovers with the family pack. Prices are reasonable too. There's plenty of parking (though Market City Shopping Center gets VERY busy at times). Gina's place is also very small, so it can get pretty crowded in there at times. This is a very good place if your just doing take out. There are a lot of choices of veggies and meats. I'd definitely recommend Gina's as a place to eat if you're craving Korean BBQ.

    (4)

  • Rick B.

    One of my local favorites. Guarantee to hit the spot. I get either Unagi Plate or the Special. My four choices are seaweed, bean sprouts, cabbage and corn. Normally, I would order take-out; however, today was an exception. I actually sat in and observed Gina's (owner) outstanding customer service. It's amazing how she knew everyone that came in the door either by name or face. There were a lot of people at that time, but I didn't feel like being ignored at all because although I already got my food, she still managed to asked me if i would like my meat to be cut. I guess what im trying to say is there's a sense of caring in her exceptional service that's why we keep on coming back. :)

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    One star off only because the meat does tend to be too sweet and on the fatty side. However, it's a tremendous bargain. The regular-size plates come with 4 side dishes and easily feed 2 people. The mini-family packs (or whatever they call them) which they say are for 2-3 people could easily feed at least 6, maybe 8... Side dishes are good and there's always a good choice from mac salad to chapchae. I've never tried the mandoo. There's a sign up saying they've stopped offering taegu as a side dish, but at the same time they were offering it. I only mention that b/c someone coming here who's from the mainland should make sure to try it (unless you don't like fish.) Also, there's usually a wait out the door at prime time (even if you call ahead you have to wait,) but they are reasonably fast.

    (4)

  • Jean P.

    Combo's, all sorts of combo's.

    (5)

  • Just B.

    Gotta love Gina's. I've been coming here since middle school and even now that I've graduated from college, I still come here all the time. She remembers me and asks what I'm up to, and her daughter is about the same age as me so she always mentions what her daughter is up to too. She says I make her feel old.. Ha ha The food is great, the prices are very reasonable, and portion size is generous. What more is there to say?? Those three criteria = great place to eat for me. My all-time-favorite: gina's special: BBQ meat, chicken, and kalbi. YUM. Gina is definitely the most generous with the food. I love it when she's out front. The other middle aged lady (the shorter one w/ short hair) - whom I think is her sister - is also very generous with the food and friendly. The younger girl working there, is more stingy and until recently seemed a bit snobby. She seems to have gotten nicer now that she realizes I've been coming here for years and years.

    (5)

  • Garry Y.

    I keep thinking we should share 1 plate, when I get to the front of the line I think, the food is so good that I don't want to share. lol So we eat lots and still have tons for a meal the next day. I usually order the combo and love it all. The only problem is parking because the spaces are so tight, if you eat too much your car door cant open wide enough to get back in...

    (4)

  • Ana T.

    LOVE at first bite.

    (5)

  • Steph N.

    Solid. Huge portions, authentic food and friendly service. Every plate comes with your choice of 4 veggie sides - seaweed, bean sprouts, kim chee, cabbage, daikon, jap chae or green choy sum. And they PACK IT IN. Beware the plates get heavy. Of course we had to make a stop here before our flight back to the mainland. Man friend had the fish jun and bbq chicken combo plate. I had the meat jun and off we went to the airport. We cracked open our delicious meals while the rest of the passengers ate their turkey sandwich or spinach something. Nomnom friggin NOM.

    (4)

  • Barry A.

    Was down at Kewalos yesterday. More specifically the boat harbor. Went there in the morning to hang out and watch the friends unload their boat of ahi for the auctions. Come around 10 am, it was time for my first post-Thanksgiving meal. Call Helenas, closed. Call Mitch's, speak with Mitch, Mitch says "Sorry, we re-open Monday." Call Mitsuba's, closed 'till Monday. Call W&M, they're open. Shoot down Ala Moana Blvd, left on Atkinson, right on Kapiolani. At Foodland buying beers and getting cash.... Sorry. Gina's is open. I gotta grab a plate. Gina was in the kitchen. I really wanted the spicy ika or chicken, but I'm a combo freak. I got the bbq chicken and jun. In part just so I could hear Gina say "bahbah q cheeken!" Then we stopped by W&M and I combo'd that plate with a Royal burger. Yes I finished it all. I didn't eat again 'till 10 last night.

    (5)

  • Nathan N.

    I've always said that the best places for food are little hole in the wall dives. This is definitely one them! Don't plan on eating in, there are only 2 tables. Gina's Barbeque has been around for well over 20 years. Located at Market City Shopping Center, this popular family restaurant is quite easy to find. However, good luck with parking. The lot should be larger, but there's no way that's going to happen. - Easy on the wallet - Great Korean menu - Food is delicious and quick - Gina is very friendly and funny - Meat Jun/Spicy Chicken combo is awesome.

    (4)

  • Kelso A.

    Family Menu is very reasonable. Downside is the parking. The vegetables--seaweed, choy sum, kim chee, and bean sprouts--have lots of taste:) Mandoo was also very good. This was good since one of the main things I enjoy about Korean food is the vegetables! Sad to say, I did not think the meat jun and chicken had very much taste and it did taste very bland :( This was very sad because these items are really what make Korean food ...

    (3)

  • Angela K.

    Great taste + big portions + fast + cheap = summarizes Gina's I used to always walk over here from UH and every time i'm back in Hawaii, I always make a stop here for the food. I recall being able to get the kalbi mini bento with 2 sides before, but this time I went, owner Gina, said no more kalbi with the mini bento, so I opted for the chicken. I was a bit disappointed but its still great food and so much of it. I only ate 1/2 for lunch and I was stuffed, I saved the rest for later. For under $6, you get 2 big pieces of grilled chicken, 2 scoops of rice, one fried mandoo, and 2 sides! I got the cabbage and the mac salad as my sides - great! I like to pick up this and head my way to the beach to sit on the sand to eat!

    (4)

  • Jay S.

    I was first introduced to Gina's B-B-Q during my semester at UHM over 10 years ago. I began with simply the BBQ Chicken, not being an adventurous eater back then, but have since broadened my horizons and now enjoy their many soups, meats, and sides. Service is friendlier than your typical Korean restaurant, but eating in can be difficult with the small space and how busy they get. I usually do take out. You can call it in for pick-up or order in person and wait. They are generous with the portions, including the side dishes. I usually get two or three meals out of one plate. This was great during my years as a starving student! The Gina's Special is a good deal, with a variety of flavors, and satisfies at least three healthy appetites. Definitely a place I'll continue to visit!

    (5)

  • Flora S.

    We stopped here to grab take out before heading to my grandmothers house. It was quick and they offer your choice of four sides which is nice. Over all it was so-so. The meat jun was nothing compared to Dong Yang's and they forgot to give us the sauce with our take out. The portions were fair for the price, but there is nothing special about this Korean take out. My cousins also report that it's not as good as it used to be. Next time I'll go for the Chinese cafe in the corner of that shopping center instead.

    (3)

  • J E.

    Absolutely the best fast food style Korean BBQ on Oahu! Very friendly staff! For first timers, recommend the Gina's Special--enough to feed two for $10. Seating inside is limited so recommend taking the food to go, or eat in the car.

    (5)

  • Gordon Y.

    Always good food and good value here. My son loves the fish jun.

    (5)

  • Joe W.

    This seems to be a popular place for a lot of UH go-ers and graduates. I had heard a lot of hype about Gina's, including my coworker's claim that it's the best Korean food on the island. I personally didn't go to UH and needed to play catch up, so my girlfriend (also a UH grad) took me to try it out. Venue: Call ahead and get it to go. Gina's is a really small drive-inn type restaurant that has two tables, a counter, and some standing room on the side where you can wait for your take-out orders. I wouldn't recommend sitting... I lost count of how many times we had to get up off of our chairs or scoot forward so someone else could scoot behind us to an open seat. My arms would get all sticky every time I put them on the table. Kinda nasty. I didn't see anyone on cleaning duty that night so I'm pretty sure the stickiness just builds as the night progresses. Service: Be patient with Gina, but don't expect the same back. I recommend calling ahead. I think we waited about 25 minutes from the time we ordered until our take-out order came out. They kept getting orders mixed up the night we were there, so maybe it was a busy night. My girlfriend prepared me that as soon as Gina calls our order, we have to bolt over to the counter to select our sides, or she'll just choose randomly for us. I was like... what? We wait 25 minutes for her, but she can't wait 25 seconds for us? Maybe I'm just not seeing the big picture, but that seems unfair. The guy at the register was friendly and seemed to know the regulars to the point that people were talking story and seemed to be having a good time. Food: One part food, one part oil. I'm sorry, I just don't see it! What's so great about the food? I really tried to like it, but the meat jun tasted like the mandoo, which tasted like the meat jun! They both just tasted like oil. This was confirmed when I had some pretty bad heart burn about half an hour later. I did find the meat jun to be tender and less oily than Dong Yang's... but the flavor just wasn't there. We also had the kimchi, shoyu potatos, sprouts, and cabbage as sides. I found them all to be really watery... I don't mean to hate, but I was pretty disappointed. So why do people love Gina's so much? I think it's like how I love my grandma's beef stew. In reality it's not that great, but I grew up eating it, it's become comfort food, and I'll claim that it's the best beef stew in the world until the bitter end! ---------------------- Update: My girlfriend read my review and told me that I have to add this in. You go to Gina's not for the quality of food, but for the quantity and cheap prices. :)

    (3)

  • Cory M.

    Word to the wise, don't come here if you're not hungry. Damn she packs a plate lunch! I should'a weighed that thing! I'm using my carrying around the plate as my workout for today. I went for the mix of BBQ chicken & BBQ Beef. The chicken was very good tender & moist. The beef was a little dry for my tastes but good nonetheless. Here's a tip, if you're ordering a combo, 2 choices is $8.50, but 3 choices is $8.95! We ordered in advance so I was a little pressured to order but the next time I know. I could only finish 1/2 of my plate lunch (and you know I'm an eater). It's now 4 1/2 hours after lunch and I'm still full. BTW, did I say DAMN?! Good place to share a plate lunch or do it for lunch & dinner. Bonus!

    (4)

  • Christina K.

    Yum!! I'd never been here when I actually lived in Hawaii. I had their squash jun, which I shared with a friend. More than enough food. The sides were good - we had the jap chae, the watercress (though that could use more salt/sesame oil), kimchee, and bean sprouts. All good. Cheap as hell for that much food too.

    (5)

  • Stephen L.

    Small store front with a couple of tables and some counter space. Located in Market City shopping center. Very popular for take out meals. On this visit I had mandoo soup with noodles (Mandoo Kook Soo) which was very tasty. Also great plate lunches and family pak meals.

    (4)

  • Tina N.

    Whenever my husband and I are in the mood for cheap, good Korean, we come here. The side dishes here are excellent. They allow you to choose 4 different sides, and they give you way more than you can eat. Hubby and I always end up sharing 1 plate, and it's always more than enough to fill us both up. Sadly, the only mean we've really liked so far is the Kalbi. Hubby likes meat jun, but I'm not a huge fan. The chicken katsu is decent, but meat slices are too thin, so it's quite dry. It's still our go-to for a cheap dinner when I'm too lazy to cook, though. Under $10 and we're both full.

    (4)

  • Diane Y.

    Frequently voted Best Korean Food in Honolulu, and I can absolutely attest to that. Enormous portions - the 2 and 3 item plates are enough to stuff 2 adults - for under $10. The food is actually delicious, too! I can't get enough of this place. The kalbi is charred to perfection, the chicken is tender and oozes flavor. The sides are varied and fresh. Gina herself is often serving at the counter, greeting guests and she really just makes the place feel homey. A word of warning - it does get a bit crowded near meal times. Crowded with locals! Yet more evidence of its delicious excellence. There are two long tables and a counter, so if you want to eat in, you'll probably be sitting with strangers. If that makes you uncomfortable, try take-out. The decor is really nothing to speak of, but this place is a treasure because it's a hole-in-the-wall with great food. You won't regret trying Gina's.

    (5)

  • Paul H.

    The place in East Hon for take out Korean. Big tip; call in your order especially if it's a larger order, like a family pack, It's got it all and feeds my family of four with leftovers. Good, freindly service, done efficiently. once you've gone a couple of times, Gina will remember you.

    (5)

  • Kristen T.

    Are you on a budget and craving Korean food? Gina's BBQ is the answer for you! I came here with a party of 8 and we ordered two mini family packs ($20/each). Each mini family pack came with banchan, meat jun, bbq chicken, bulgolgi, fried mandu, rice, and kalbi! What a freakin deal! They didn't skimp on any of the meat or banchan..all of our plates were piled to the sky. The food was very good for the price. I wouldn't say it's the best Korean food I've ever tasted, but for the price..the taste was up to par. The owner was also very friendly and taught us how to eat certain meats (ie. dipping it in this soy sauce mixture). I would definitely come back here again if I were to visit the islands again anytime soon!

    (4)

  • Sterling E.

    Gina's was....... ok. They do give quite a bit , which was awesome. But before that , i'd have to have received my order , which they forgot about and me and my friend had to wait for about 20 minutes. They people that ordered after us got their orders while we just sat there and waited patiently. The ladies behind the counter apologized and felt bad that they gave us complimentary gyoza/potstickers , which was very nice of them. I was gonna give Gina's 2 stars , but the workers are very nice and humble. We ate there and yes , the seating availability is very limited. There also was lots of people who walked in after us and so the area became very very packed.

    (3)

  • Emily C.

    Great portions. Small place. Ordered Gina's special. Even though it was crowded, got my order pretty quick.

    (4)

  • Jonathan I.

    Gina's is where I go when I want good, and LARGE portioned, Korean take-out. They have been around for a while as I remember frequenting this place during my High School years after going to the beach on weekends. Word of advice though is to go hungry. Very hungry. The portions are HUGE, and they give very generous amounts of the side choices along with your entree. I personally love the meat jun & mandoo combo. :) Throughout the years, many many businesses have come and gone at Market City, and Gina's still prevails. There seems to always be people ordering take-out or eating on the long family style tables inside. I know that a lot of people order their family packs to bring home as well as I have a few times myself. You wont be amazed by the food really as it isn't all that noteworthy, but for the service, consistency and portions, I give them 4 stars easily... The one thing that is consistently horrible is parking. This isn't Gina's fault exactly, but Market City's parking lot is just a nightmare.

    (4)

  • Chantelle T.

    This place is one of my go-to places when I want some korean food! The family catered from them last night for my surprise graduation party (thanks fambam!) and the food definitely didn't disappoint! Everything they have is delicious -- I love their meat jun and the ban chan they provide is always super delicious. So glad I got some gina's in during my short stay home!

    (4)

  • J V.

    Best Korean BBQ. Gina is so nice, gave our kids a free little plate with rice, chicken, and corn. They have the best vegis and teague on the planet!

    (5)

  • derek n.

    Haven't been to Gina's in years, but was in the neighborhood and fondly recalled how good the food was, with the value and homeyness that only a local business brings. the place was packed! Undeterred and seeing the busyness as a positive sign, I ordered a Gina's special and waited for my order. Again, the wait was long but figured it was going to be worth it. unfortunately, I was disappointed - most everything on the plate was overcooked, particularly the bbq chicken, which was nearly inedible on some parts. maybe I caught them on a super busy night where the quality sufferred? I hope so but it's going to be hard to bring myself back again

    (2)

  • Ming-Jou C.

    I needed my fix of meat jun on this trip and wanted to go back to Kaiwe Grill, but my friend said this place was pretty good. So we went (it's on the side where Coffee Bean is), and there was a line about 3 deep. I ordered the meat jun which came with four sides. FOUR! I didn't know what to do with myself. I got the chop chay (or however your K-peeps spell it), veggie, mac salad and seaweed. My friend got the cold noodles or bim book so (sorry! can't remember!). We got take out since there are only two family-style-like tables there, and took our goods to Waikiki to eat. The meat jun was not as flavorful as the one from Haiwe Grill. I thought that was better with rich, Korean BBQ flavor. This one was a little bland, and came with a sweet/sour sauce. Now I know why. It came on a pile of rice. The sides were really good too. I had some of my friend's kimchi side. Yum. For $7.80 or so, it was a great deal and we had lunch for the next day. I'm kind of torn because the food was so-so, but the customer service was really good. They would occasionally look at the people sitting at the tables and ask if they needed more water or an extra plate or whatever. Very observant and helpful. Which is key. I would give this place another try, though, just for that fact alone.

    (3)

  • Curtiss B.

    After good feedback from co-workers and friends, I had to check this place out. By far the best bang for your buck where you don't have to suffer from poor quality food with cheaper pricing. I got the spicy BBQ chicken. Normal places give you three pieces of bbq chicken thighs; Gina's gives four. All their sides looked fresh and the ones I chose came in big portions. For me, it's a call in order and eat at home kind of place. The restaurant is clean but you can tell they cater mainly to takeout customers. This place is far better than Yummys, cheaper than Yummys, and when comparing the staff of Gina's to the staff of Yummys in Hawaii Kai, FAR more friendlier. Def. a place to go to when you don't feel like cooking or don't want to kill the wallet.

    (4)

  • Dan H.

    A friend introduced me to this place while I attended UH back in the late 90's early 00's and fell in-love with Gina's. Every time I visit, Gina is the first place I go to to get "grinds" as the locals would say. It may not look enticing for it is tucked between other spots but I guarantee you, you will not be disappointed. Plenty of food to go around. Portions are island style portions and island style priced. Love Gina's. I suggest if you visit Hawaii, go hungry and as soon as you get off the plane, go to Gina's immediately.

    (5)

  • Molly B.

    I came across Gina's on my adventures of finding the best BBQ chicken. It's amazing how much food you can pack in there boxes, really! At first I flinch at $10-15 lunch until I quickly realize it's easily 2-3 meals. The spice was perfect, if you can handle something like sriracha then you'll love this. However, now that I'm looking at the menu at my leisure without a hungry stomach I now realize the Ginas special is the way to go. For only $2 more I could try a bunch of meats and sides. The restaurant is small with a couple of long tables to share. I came around 1 and although it was busy it probably took 5-10min to get my food.

    (4)

  • Erica S.

    We went there since the yelp reviews were so positive. Went there to dine in but next time I think we will do take out like everyone else did. But the food was Ono and the amount is just crazy!!! With just rice and entree you get a lot but then you are asked for 4 sides and they really pile it on! We had our kids with us and the ladies behind the counter were so nice they kept giving them samples of other items that we didn't order! The service was right on and the food was great. After dinner I asked for take out boxes and it didn't even look like we ate!!! I highly recommend the ginas special. My husband got that and loved the assortment. The BBQ chicken was my choice and was perfectly grilled! Next time we go back to Hawaii I am definitely going back for more!

    (5)

  • Angel H.

    The food here is good and the prices are reasonable. I'm a kalbi person. Whenever I'm at a Korean BBQ place, I always have to get the kalbi. For $10.50, you get 3 pieces of kalbi, rice and the standard 4 sides. The other Korean spots give you 4 pieces of kalbi and will run you about $14. This is the only place that I've been to where you actually get taegu as a side. However, they don't have the mayonnaise potatoes or shoyu potatoes that the other places offer. The kalbi here is tender and nicely marinated but it's on the thin side. It's not like Soon's, where the kalbi is thick and meaty. The give a lot of rice. It's not the standard 2 scoops. The sides that I got today were 2x choy sum, taegu and corn. The sides were fresh and served at the correct temperature as it was on ice. If you're looking for good Korean BBQ in town, Gina's is the place to go to.

    (4)

  • Sungjin S.

    There are many similar places like Gina's but I was glad I came here. Atmosphere: Off of Kapiolani. Plaza restaurant with fairly old decor. Service: fast casual, the owner was very nice offering me extra rice if I wanted more. Food: Great food, I had the spicy fried chicken wings with all the regular banchan. Intangibles: Many similar places like it but still worth visiting.

    (4)

  • Emma K.

    Always love coming to Gina's. I've been coming here for over 8 years. Food is great and the people are great - always looking to feed you! Lol. Portion sizes are HUGE, so unless you can manage eating over 2 lbs a plate lunch, plan on taking home leftovers or try share with a friend. They have been taking credit cards for some time now, but keep in mind there is a minimum $ amt. Please try their side order of squash jun, it's my favorite. The parking area is large but bc the complex now has a Walgreens, it has tmobile, Foodland and various good eating places, it does get really busy. Probably the busiest is rush hour and weekends during the day.

    (5)

  • Patrick S.

    Oh, how I love me some Gina's when I am famished and looking for some nice home style Korean cooking! Every time I have gone to Gina's, I usually have just finished a day of hiking. Even when I am beyond my hangry state, the food here puts a smile on my face and often times I can barely finish what I order. If you go, I would say be prepared to spread out whatever you order over two meals or share with someone. What's even better is that the price for the amount of food you get is super good. I usually order the Gina's special which comes with rice, 2 bulgogi, 2 chicken, 2 mandoo (fried dumplings), 2 galbi (short ribs) and four sides. Sure, there is no special sauce or marinades for any of these items but they are all cooked well and nice portion sizes. Plus, that's where the sides come in! There are a lot of choices to choose from but here are my personal favorites: Seaweed salad - mixed with vinegar and slightly sweetened, this is a nice refreshing contrast to all the heaviness of the rest of the meal. Kimchi- the kimchi here is pretty on point! When kimchi is fermented too long, it tends to have a sour taste. While when it is not long enough, it tends to not have much flavor. Gina's is pretty good in between and -I say- a must for any good korean meal! Pickled radishes- these things are also flavored similarly to the seaweed salad. It has a nice refreshing taste like the seaweed but has a nice crunch to it. A lot of people have mentioned their meat jun as something to order. If you haven't had it, it is basically meat that is wrapped in an egg tempura type batter and fried. While it is definitely filling and helps to eat with the sweet soy sauce dip that they provide, it is super heavy and possibly food-coma inducing. Be warned! Be prepared to order the sides you want because the service is pretty quick and efficient and they expect their customers to be too. Parking can be tricky especially during peak hours in the lot which it shares with Foodland and Walgreens. Overall, if you are looking for good and affordable Korean cooking, definitely come to Gina's!

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    Good Korean AND inexpensive!? This place is definitely one of my go-to Korean restaurants for good Korean food on the cheap (well, its actually slightly more expensive than most places, but I'll explain that later) Gina's is located in Market City and is a small shop operated by only a small handful of workers. It can get pretty packed during the dinner hours, so its best to call in your order. If not, you're looking at about a 15 minute or so wait, but definitely worth it. Alright, back to the "expensive" thing. The average plate there is around $10, which is slightly higher than most plate lunch places. ($12 for the Gina's special which comes with 2 pieces of Kalbi, BBQ Chicken, BBQ Beef, and spring rolls) However, the portions here are VERY generous. Definitely enough to do at least 1.5 meals (unless you're one VERY hungry person). Each plate comes with a very generous amount of protein, a nice helping of rice, and FOUR choices of sides. Sides will sometimes vary by day, but the regulars are usually available (kim chee, choy sum, bean sprouts, etc.) The only "issue" is that since its at Market City, parking can be tough, but its not really an issue since theres usually parking. The workers there always seem grouchy, but that might just be a "Korean" thing(?). I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a good meal and still have left overs for lunch the next day.

    (5)

  • Phuong M.

    I was kinda craving for a burger after our hike yesterday but I was also craving rice and sweet meat! The only place that came to mind was Gina's!! They have the combination plate called Gina's bbq combo that's about $12.05 after taxes that is loaded up in try to go container that I swear weighs in at least 5lbs! I kid you not, alright maybe 4, but that's the lowest I'll go! Anyway the combo plate gets you two kalbi steaks, two tender teriyaki chicken and teriyaki beef and rice under on the big portion of the container. The two smaller containers are stuffed with 4 sides of your choosing! We always get the dried fish, green veggies, clear noodles and cabbage but today I made the acceptation and allowed the fiancé to get bean sprouts even though I think it's the cheapest side ever! But seriously you may think $12 is a lot to spend on a plate lunch but when you realize that the plate seems like it's never ending plate, you realize that it's the best deal ever for such delicious and tender meats with such delicious sides! It's such a hole in the wall with two 6 ft tables where random people have to sit with one another if they want to eat there otherwise it's a to go place all the way through! It's always packed and I see why! Two thumbs up and two shakas from this happy camper!

    (5)

  • Lenna L.

    Food is not cheap in Oahu, but Gina's BBQ is. They give very generous portions, and the cold sides you get with your meal is delicious! Do not let the name fool you, this is a Korean food place, and own by a very sweet old korean lady. The food is traditional and authentic. I saw an old review with pictures showing a lady cutting cabbage in the backroom, first of all it was not the floor like the review mentioned, She was cutting on top of a box. The reason she was cutting on a box was because she was seating. Why was she seating, because she has to work long hours to prepare those delicious kimchi for customers. I don't like it when people exaggerate on reviews. This is a hard working lady who probably cannot stand long hours to cut and needed a break to sit down. I have worked at a bunch of restaurants and have seem cooks preps cut vegetables while sitting down, it makes it easier for them and also helped them work faster.

    (5)

  • H K.

    I have not been to Gina's in over 20 years, and I see that I have not missed much. The food was just below ok at best. I don't live in the area so more than likely another twenty years before I give them another shot.

    (2)

  • Grace M.

    I've been going to Gina's for almost 20 years now. The owner lives in my building and is very friendly. You would never know it because she's always so busy. They are a family-runned business and although the place can get super busy, they are fast! I hope that Gina's will be around for many years to come. And their prices have always been reasonable!

    (5)

  • Purse G.

    Went here last night, ordered a mini with meat & chicken, and I was not too happy. I will give another try with The Kalbi.

    (3)

  • Rachel I.

    I was too lazy to cook dinner so my bf and I headed over to Gina's as it is one of his favorites when I am not around to cook for/with him - it was my first time. They gave some extra sample food, a spring roll and a meat jun. I liked the meat jun and would order that next time. For 12$ we got Gina's Special and it filled us both! Their Kalbi is delicious, I will definitely be back for more! Though we didn't eat inside, it does have a small seating area but it gets really cramped in there as people order and stand around. Also parking can be difficult as it is located in Market City next to Toritos.

    (5)

  • Marta L.

    I've been going to Ginas for over 20 years. The good has always been amazing and Gina herself has always served and given me " extras". The Kalbi in particular is my favorite. Best bang for buck food that's for sure!

    (5)

  • Lyn C.

    To be honest, if you're visiting Hawaii it's not a "must eat" on your list, but if you're just looking for a cheap meal this is your spot! There isn't much seating room, but we were able to grab a table for our group of 8. The portions are very large, enough for 2 people, and very affordable. It's a cute mom and pop shop with very sweet service. I got the meat jun, which came with 4 sides. I really needed my veggie fix on this trip, so the sides were my favorite part. I got daikon, sprouts, mixed veggies and cabbage. The meat jun was pretty standard. Cat P got dumplings and shared them. It was a good meal to have but as a previous Ktown resident, this isn't top notch kbbq but it's a cool place to grab some grub.

    (3)

  • Tamika H.

    At first glance this placed seemed a little sketchy but If you like hole in the wall restaurants and great food then this place is for you! They are very generous on their portions and inexpensive. It was my husband, myself and our teenaged daughter and we could have easily shared a combo plate. The kalbi and kimchi were on point! One of the best dishes that we had on the island during our trip.

    (4)

  • Eli C.

    Ordered the Gina special and it did not disappoint. Intimidating menu for your first visit- so many options! But the food is so.good. and definitely worth the wait

    (5)

  • Tuan N.

    Gina's is a staple for me since high school. My favorites are the meat jun and kalbi and you get generous portions of everything. If you eat in and it's not busy they may ask you if you need extra rice. Whereas some places sacrifice quality for for quantity there is no compromise here. They also load up on the side dishes as well. Love the kimchi, bean sprouts, taegu, japjae, and watercrest.

    (5)

  • Alli C.

    Gina's has been a favorite for Korean BBQ since I was in highschool. My go to, and maybe only thing I've ever ordered, is the chicken katsu and fried mandoo combination plate. This plate comes with 4 banchan (side) choices and it is HUGE! Definitely worth paying about $12 for because I always get two meals from it. It is a small restaurant and only has two long tables with about 6 chairs each and two counter seats. The parking is always manageable. I would recommend calling ahead and ordering for pick-up if you're in a rush. Gina's is busy around peak meal times and you might have to wait a while for your food.

    (4)

  • Forrest C.

    Maybe it's nostalgia but I eat here every time I return home from the mainland. The meat jun is onolicious and the Korean vegetables are local style aka not salted heavily like their mainland counterparts. This is a classic local joint - two aunties serving the line of customers from the walk up counter while the occasional small group eats in the 12 seat dining area. Cost is about $11 for a full size plate but it will feed you for 1.5 meals. Not bad. Go get some Ginas

    (5)

  • Ola Z.

    Not for dining-in, but the food is awesome!!! Get take out and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Calen B.

    Never eaten here and never will. Caught the staff cutting veg. And prepping kimchi on the floor of the back room. She dropped some on the floor and put it back in to the bucket to be served. Gross... I put pictures up as well so check it out.

    (1)

  • Neot D.

    I like to pick up plates from Gina's. It is a real nice family kind of atmosphere. If you go there enough they tend to recognize your face and treat you like you are an old friend. I went last night by myself and they were like "Hey! Where's the family? Only you tonight?" They are good peoples.

    (4)

  • Caroline L.

    Main dishes and side choices for every family to get what they want at an affordable cost! Love their kalbi and chicken katsu. Always fresh and ono!

    (5)

  • Lisa N.

    I love GINAASS! I have been going here since my high school days. The spicy chicken is really good. I usually ask for extra spicy sauce ;) The staff is friendly and very quick! I have never been disappointed yet! A must try!

    (5)

  • Victoria J.

    YUM! Gina's is the type of place I wish I had in my neighborhood back home in San Francisco. It's tasty, a good value, and good quality. At night they have a constant flow of customers ordering take out. It's a great value and who doesn't love that you get to choose your own banchan? We tried the kalbi and spicy chicken--I preferred the spicy chicken over the kalbi, but it was still pretty good. All of the banchan we tried was pretty good (kimchi, taegu, daikon, and bean sprout) except the taegu was too sweet for my taste. Parking in the evening in this shopping center was a bit of a mess, but you just have to be patient. Like with most things, it works itself out. Service was brusquely friendly and they have a system where you order, then they call out your order so you can choose your banchan, then they call your order out again once everything is ready. I know we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Maileen B.

    My family used to frequent this place when I was a kid, only coming occasionally now. The last couple of visits have been disappointing. The bbq chicken was dry, the meat jun didn't really have meat, and the long rice was just oily and lacked flavor. Also, during our last visit, the lady taking our order wrote the correct order, but the contents of the plate were completely different. The ladies servicing us were just talking to each other and didn't care about the customers. Plain out bad service.

    (3)

  • Leslie A.

    When I come to Gina's, its usually for phone take-out orders. I really like how fast their service is because from the time they take my order to when I leave, it's all done within 20 minutes (I live like a 5 minute drive away from there). Plus, their location is inside Market City Shopping Center so finding parking will never be an issue. The best part is the value you get out of it! For under $10, you can get yourself a plate lunch that will sustain you for two meals! The portions they give are tremendous! First of all, what makes this place different from other plate lunch places is that you get a choice of not two, not three, but FOUR choices of sides. Their usual sides include chop chae, choi sum, taegu, cabbage, kimchi, bean sprouts, mac salad, and corn. Secondly, they give more than the usual two scoops of rice. I swear the amount of rice they give you is equivalent to 3-4 scoops. Lastly, whatever entree you order, they are very generous with it. Overall, this is my go to place for the BEST Korean plate lunch/dinner. Why is this place the best? 1. Fast service 2. Ample parking 2. Bang for your buck 3. Large portions of food

    (5)

  • Nick W.

    Easily one of my favorite go to spots. Great food and fast service. I love Gina. She and her family are so nice and welcoming. So many different side choices. There is always something good. The kimchee is delicious. The Gina's special is my go to as well. Me and my wife split that often and still get leftovers. A must visit.

    (5)

  • Sonja S.

    Gina's Korean BBQ. The first place I think of when I want Korean BBQ and when I am on the East side in town. If you want to get some good old Korean ate lunch and a promise of being full at the end (with the potential of a food baby), this is the place for you!! Pros: -EXCELLENT KOREAN BBQ (don't get me started with the meat Jun) -Good customer service by Gina herself! -Great prices for the humongous portions of food they give you -Taegu. Enough said. Cons: -Parking can be hard especially during lunch or dinner time. There is parking available when you down to the bottom portion of the mall as well. Overall, my number one spot for Korean food!

    (5)

  • Arynn I.

    First time here! Not sure why I've never come here before but now that I know it's here, I may have to take advantage of the take out. We came on a Sunday, right around 6:15pm-ish and it wasn't too busy yet... Only 2 groups were sitting at the 2 tables. There are only 2 tables with 6 chairs so it was just by luck we were able to get a spot at one of the tables. As we were ordering it got extremely crowded and overwhelming with people. Many of them had take out orders but for anyone who is claustrophobic, it could be a little stressful. I ordered a combo plate with spicy chicken and BBQ beef. I saw that the spicy chicken was raved about and I was curious to try it. In the hub bub of the sudden crowd, the woman taking the order wrote meat jun instead of BBQ beef. It was quickly corrected though so that was nice. **make sure you know which veggies you want before they ask you** The only thing that bothered me was that I didn't feel the prices of the plates were clear but maybe I was just too overwhelmed with the crowd and feeling rushed that I didn't look at the menu well. It was also a nice treat to run into Gary N. also! I think it was the first time we had an unplanned run-in! Now that I know about this place, it will be on my list for a quick to-go plate when I'm on that side!

    (4)

  • Cooldudeyo808 ..

    Gina's is awesome. I love the amount of food they pack in one plate! It's enough for 2 meals. Also, the prices are great! I ordered the hamburger steak today. It was so thick. I had 2 patties smothered in gravy (with onions ) on top of 2 huge scoops of rice. My sides were mac salad, taegu, corn, and long rice. My apologies if I spelt anything wrong. It was the perfect combo! I was full maybe 1/3 of the way through my plate! It tasted good. I love salt but it didn't have too much. Just enough for the average person. No biggie. Customer service was great! They're all so friendly This is definitely a go-to place if you want a bang for your buck. The seating area is a bit consolidated but it works.

    (4)

  • Staci L.

    good food good portions good prices wish service was friendlier good to call in order sometimes long line

    (4)

  • Waiza D.

    Found this place from YELP! Went here cause I was craving for Korean bbq! Wrong move we should have just went next door , instead of coming here! My husband was saying there was some flies when we were waiting for our food ! Then I was surprised because I ordered the #1 GINA , and #4 for my husband . I was a little surprised after like 5 minutes it was ready? You can tell they just hit it up , specially the chicken . It wasn't fresh at all . Never coming back !

    (1)

  • Alvin T.

    Best long rice and seaweed I've had from any korean bbq, food was good and everything. I think I found a new favorite korean bbq to go to when I am craving some korean.

    (5)

  • Julianne C.

    Gina's a great place to go for some cheap Korean plate lunch/dinner. Their ever popular Gina's special comes with a generous heaping of kalbi, bbq chicken, bulgogi, spring rolls, & 4 sides to choose from. However due to popular demand, their prices have increased from $9.50 to $11.50, not as great of a deal as it used to be. The food was very typical Korean bbq fast food. The kalbi & chicken was flavorful but as with all Korean food, SALTY. Their kimchee seemed milder & less saucy compared to other Korean joints. The meat jun unfortunately just fell flat for me because the meat was rough & paper thin and it was covered with overcooked egg batter. As for the spring rolls, Hmmm, not so crispy...I'd place big bets that these were all pre-made prior to rush hours. Although it's usually very crowded during rush hours at lunch/dinner, don't let the line scare you because the service is quick & efficient. It also helps that a lot of people are opting to take out. They get in, get their food, and get out. Despite the average food, Gina's a great place to go to in this neighborhood for some quick, cheap, comfort food - oily, fatty Korean BBQ!!!

    (3)

  • Cat P.

    Tried this place out last night for dinner with some friends who raved about this place, and I thought it was okay. I have to say the portions are super generous and you get a lot for what you're paying. I ordered Gina's Special for about $11, and it came with a huge tray of rice, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, and kalbi short ribs. It also came with my choice of 4 sides, so I chose radish, kim chee, some greens, and mac salad. I also ordered fried mandoo on the side for about $7, which was decent...it came with quite a few pieces of mandoo too. I think the best part about this place is the portions, as well as the mom/pop feel of the restaurant. The workers yelled a lot across the small restaurant when handing out orders, which was a bit embarrassing but I guess it was funny. They are really sweet people, so I couldn't help but just smile when they yelled across to us asking if we wanted our kalbi cut, or if we needed extra hot sauce/shoyu. I'm sort of torn about this place because I appreciated the large portions of food but I just wasn't impressed with the quality. I suppose if I was around the area and was super hungry for some quick Korean BBQ, I may return in the future, but it's not a place that I would crave and drive a distance to come to. Really great service though and the workers are really sweet! They also take credit cards (Visa/Mastercard)...yay!!!

    (3)

  • T. L.

    NEVER AGAIN! First, service is a non-issue as it is well known that it is sorely absent in many Asian eateries. So, they must excel on the quality of their food to make customers return. The first time, I ordered bi bim bap, which is one of my Korean restaurant favorites. it was the worst bi bim bap ever. The toppings were tasteless! Nuff said. I normally would have not returned but I was with someone who wanted to try this place. I decided to give them a second try. I ordered a mandoo plate and it was the worst I have ever had. It was hard and chewy, like leather. Obviously, they do not use high-quality wrappers. The sides . . . overcooked, mushy macaroni in the mac salad and the kim chee was so-so. None of the other sides looked interesting. Two strikes - you're OUT!

    (1)

  • Jill K.

    Do yourself a favor: Grab a Gina's Special and these sides: Mac Salad, bean sprouts, cabbage and kimchee. Now nosh away happily...for dinner and lunch. The portions are massive and one Gina's special can easily feed one person for two meals. The food is excellent and it's always reliable. Call ahead if you don't want to wait, but this place is always busy with locals, so it's fun to just sit outside and wait for your order.

    (5)

  • Ryan B.

    Gina's special! Totally worth it. Basically three-four meals in one. They pack on the meat jun, kalbi, korean chicken, and the beef. It comes with four heaping sides and a load of rice. The container barely stays closed sometimes! Definitely one of my favorite places to get korean food when i'm on a budget.

    (4)

  • Helen M.

    Wowza, Gina's Special has a ton of food. What else is there to add that hasn't already been said? This place is totally recommended for cheap eats, especially for the college students out there that need to stretch that dollar because it so darn close to UH. The meats (kalbi, chicken, beef) are all pretty good - juicy and flavorful. Her sides are consistent. I usually pick taegu, japchae, bean sprouts, and seaweed. The only thing is that I typically give those two bite size pieces of spring rolls away to my friends - they're just okay and nothing special. I don't expect this place to be fancy or over-the-top, but customer service is pretty darn good. I have never not seen the owner there, Gina, and she's typically taking orders and running around. She also offers my friend extra rice if they finish their plates (obviously not me because I'm never going to finish that Gina's Special by tiny self). I also like their small family pack and catering options as both are also super affordable.

    (4)

  • Ashley W.

    SOOOO GOOOD they have huge portions for relatively cheap!!! It gets a bit busy around dinner time but the wait is so worth it! The special of the day gets 3 scoops of rate and 4 sides! Everyone is really nice and helpful as well

    (5)

  • Eurina K.

    Don't want to cook today? No problem~! Get Gina's BBQ plate... I love Gina's BBQ meats (Kalbi and Spicy Chicken) and large portion of Banchan (side vegi). I usually eat 2 meals from one plate, and I know my stomach is happy. They may not serve you with fancy plate setting, but soon you'll learn to enjoy their foods and know how to squeeze around at the counter to pick your favorite vegi for your plate.... :)

    (4)

  • Jasmine L.

    I have never been disappointed by Gina's. They can get pretty crowded and busy right around the usual lunch or dinner time, so it might be better to call in if you can. But other than that, the meat jun is my favorite! I've also always had good service from the people that work there. Whenever I've ordered family packs or other platters, they are so careful in their packaging. Never once have they just tossed the plate at me even when they were busy. So you know they take good care when making and serving their food!

    (5)

  • Ryan B.

    This is one of my favorite Korean bbq on the island the Ginas special is amazing 2 Kalbi 2 bbq chicken 2 beef 2 spring rolls 3 scoops of rice 4 choices of sides only $11.50! Crazy Ono!!!

    (5)

  • Cindy P.

    A family run business. Gina's is my go to supply for korean food. They have plate lunches and it comes with three side dishes (your usual korean side dishes) their food is so flavorful and it has a hind of a barbecue smoked flavor! Located in market city (the one with foodland) and it's next to Toritos!

    (5)

  • Aly A.

    Great food and the sides are the best! There is enough food in one meal to feed 2-3 people for sure!

    (5)

  • Anthony W.

    Growing up with a Korean grandma truly helps me configure if Korean restaurants are legitimate in taste. So on that note I must say, Gina's BBQ is probably as close as it will get to Korean home cooking with g-ma! As a first timer I came around 8pm at night, so I saw a lot of the "late night" dinner take outs. Place is small but very busy. Ordered the Gina Special which came out to 12$. Choke food on the plate you can barely finish or not finish at all and save for later. The staff is very friendly and helpful, so indeed I felt like I was eating back home. I have found my go to spot for Korean dishes and meat after a long search :) Couldn't be any happier!

    (5)

  • Kevin S.

    Craving korean? Gina's is the spot! Recently tried their sweet and sour tempura and found my new favorite thing to order here!

    (5)

  • Isaiah J.

    Mac salad tasted weird. It wasn't old or anything, I think it was over cooked and wrong seasons used.. I also had fried fish, and it was way too greasy which says a lot coming from me..

    (2)

  • Rho L.

    Wow. This place was certainly a diamond in the rough. Total hidden gem. We wanted something inexpensive without sacrificing both quality and quantity. Tall order, I know. We found Gina's through yelp and decided to give it a go since it had such great reviews. When you first walk in, you'll notice instantly how cramped it is-- cramped and old, very rundown. I surely wasn't expecting much. Behind the counter were two older korean ladies, super friendly but totally sassy. We ordered two family type deals which had the bbq beef, kalbi, chicken, meat jun. And because we didn't think it would be enough, we also added chicken katsu, all totaling about $49. They unfortunately had no more noodles which is what we were looking forward to. So when we got our food. MAN. Was that a lot of food! Two styro containers (we asked for to go but ended up eating there) were seriously jam packed, overflowing with meat. And the katsu plate was huge, as was the servings of rice and sides. Everything we ate was seasoned pretty well, moist. Just delicious, even the meat jun was decent and I wasn't expecting to like that at all. It Oh and the katsu. Nom!! Also, those ladies were a total crack up. They literally handfed one lucky dude in our group. We all loved how bold and unfiltered they were. Well, loved may not be the correct term... They also kept giving us rice and sides, and were helpful with everything we asked them. It was also apparent that they were quite comfortable with the local folk.. They seem to have a lot of regulars. Really great dining experience paired with nominal prices. I'm pretty sure we'll be back here on our next trip back to HI.

    (4)

  • Daniel P.

    BIG portions! A family run korean bbq restaurant. Great selections on food choice. If u havent tried this place before, i would recommened that "ginas plate" it come packed with teri beef, bbq chicken, kalbe, rice, and 4 choices of sides! Cant go wrong with that. The prices are pretty reasonable too!

    (5)

  • Amber G.

    This place is so good!! The portions are huge. Must share!! The Gina's special is amazing. 3 meats, 3 spring rolls, 3 scoops of rice and 4 sides! For $11.50!! What?!?! How can you beat that? They remember you after only a few visits. Love the family style place. This is our go to spot always!

    (5)

  • Joj o.

    I tried Gina's for the first time today. I've seen it many times, as I frequent the Foodland at Market City. I went in and ordered my favorite combo at any k-BBQ place: Kalbi and meat jun. They were in the process of preparing a huge catering order (all tables but one were filled with trays and boxes), but still took my order and had it out really fast. Almost too fast. I swear they could've pulled my portion out from one of the trays they were preparing. I wasn't too impressed by the side selection, and they didn't have kimchi cucumber today (my favorite). But it could just be that they didn't have as much out due to the order they were processing. The Kalbi was marinated and cooked well. Very tasty. Meat jun was near perfect with fluffy eggs and a huge piece of beef. The sides were just ok. Mac salad was kind of bland. My combo came with two spring rolls which were served cold, and I didn't enjoy them. Kimchi was ok and cabbage had too much sesame oil. I think I may still come back here sometime, if only to try the spicy pork. And hopefully the sides are a bit better then.

    (3)

  • Sofia M.

    One of the best korean food in Honolulu. Super cheat, great portion, and awesome food! Iran what can you ask for??? I usually get the ginas special when I am with my boyfriend because it's so big that I can't finish it by myself. I wish they'd have more tables THO because it's usually packed so you can't really eat in.. OH and I also noticed that the taste of the kimchi has changed. It has a more powdery mixture.. I like the old one better but it's still ok. Other than that, it's a great plce

    (5)

  • Kim N.

    Good food with a cheap price! If you don't know what to get order the Gina special. It has beef, chicken, short ribs with 4 sides and plenty of white rice. Me and the hubby shared a plate it was just the right about to be content. ( we love to eat and are pleasantly plump) It isn't a really clean or fancy place kinda like eating street type food in Asian.

    (4)

  • Matt G.

    Well last night was 1st time here and not the last Very nice ladies/great food!! Can't go wrong- make sure you know what number you want as 52 choices

    (5)

  • David T.

    Their Kalbi is very thin, very dry and tough. Looks like they use very low quality beef. The Bulgogi and barbecue chicken was ok. The take out box was very light so I thought they forgot the rice - but no, there was a thin layer of rice on the bottom. Methinks it was not worth the $11.50 cost for the special,

    (2)

  • Mahina C.

    Gina's is nostalgia for me. I remember coming here during my moke days of when I thought surfing was my calling and obviously that failed, but none the less Gina's always hit the spot for good portions for delicious food at an affordable price. Although parking is a huge pain, I would always recommend coming to this place if you're looking for a bang for your buck. They offer a huge assortment of BBQ and added bonus that they serve brown rice! (yay me!!) They do combo's as well so depending what you get they'll price you accordingly. I don't recommend eating there because there's just about 10-12 seats so ideally you should just pick up, take out. Always good on the run, to go anywhere and since the portions are huge you can set yourself up for lunch the next day! So if you're in the area, or not even in the area and craving American Korean BBQ, take the drive!

    (4)

  • Trish P.

    i remember long ago trying Gina's, and not being too impressed at the time. fast forward to now, and the difference shows.... i'm not sure if Gina's has changed since then, or if i have, but whatever has changed has done so for the better! ordered a tray of meat jun and a tray of chicken katsu from them for a party. i tipped them about 15% (before anyone scoffs, the proper protocol is to tip on take-out.... filling a take-out order takes work. here is a good article about it: chow.com/food-news/55584… ) i guess b/c i had tipped them, all the ladies were really grateful, so much in fact that they gave me a small container of chop chae! they really didn't have to do anything extra for me, but they did. that is good service! the meat jun and chicken katsu were tasty too. oh, and so was the chop chae :) also, also they have really reasonable prices... i had priced around to several places, and theirs was probably the most reasonable in my area. also, also, also... they have convenient family packs that come with plenty food, so if you're looking to feed your family, grab your food from Gina's!

    (5)

  • Jeannie G.

    Come here for late night drive-byes. Definitely take-out food unless you like eating in a Chinese food restaurant environment bc I don't. Smells a little funny in there. However, the food was quick, in & out. The mini family pack fed 4 of us with no problem. Kimchee, green veg, bean sprouts were great side choices. Skip the Mac salad-yack! Yes to the kalbi!

    (4)

  • Dionne A.

    I have been eating at Gina's for half of my life and one thing is for sure in my world: she makes the best flavored kal bi, cabbage, choi sum & tae gu! Neither of those are overly salty and the tae gu is just a touch spicy. The choi sum is always perfectly seasoned, not soggy or underdone. Once in awhile though the cabbage is a bit on the salty side. The mandoo is excellent, we all love the wrapping and flavor A LOT. The Mini Family Pack is a great bargain for my 3 kiddos and I, leftovers for lunch if we don't have a guest earing with us. We always order with no rice to get that extra veggie. I am all for kal bi but not a meat jun or teri beef eater but the kiddos are so this Pack is perfect for us. And with 5 veggie choices, we can all have our fave one(s). It helps to live in the area within walking distance. The negative reviews puzzle me since I personally have not had any issues with Gina's. The eating space is not ideal for me, it's shoulder to shoulder and hard to maneuver through but no issue since we always do takeout. The space can be cluttered but it's pretty clean.

    (4)

  • Jason B.

    this is fast food korean. i LOVED the concept but you get what you would think fast food korean would taste like - everything from the protein to the banchan (side dishes). they are good if you have quick cravings but have limited expectations. its all good but nothing like a true sit down place where it might be more expensive. locals love this place though

    (3)

  • Jon L.

    In Hawaii, there are two main types of barbecue lunch plate places. There are the ones that serve Hawaiian barbecue which is the fare that you may know from the L&L Hawaiian Barbecue chain. Those plates consist of barbecue meats, rice and macaroni salad. And then there are Korean barbecue plate lunches. The format is pretty much the same though there are a few meat items that are different and plates come with a selection of banchan (side dishes) in addition to the rice. I haven't seen Korean barbecue plates outside of Hawaii. Not even in the many Korean owned teriyaki places in the Seattle area. One of the most well known Korean barbecue places is Gina's at Market City Shopping Center. Though it is the closest one to my house, for some reason we would get Korean barbecue instead at Ono Korean BBQ at Kaimuki Shopping Center which has since closed down. I decided to get my Korean barbecue fix and headed over to Gina's. Prices have risen over the years, but Korean barbecue is still a ridiculously good deal for the portions you get. I decided to get a two item combo plate. Went with the meat jun and BBQ chicken ($9.25). After paying, they ask you which banchan items you want. You can pick four and then they send it to the back so they can add the cooked meat items. I decided to go with seaweed, daikon kim chee, macaroni salad and taegu which is a Korean codfish dish. The plate proved once again my preference for Korean barbecue over Hawaiian barbecue. Both are great, but I like Korean barbecue since it has some veggies whereas the Hawaiian plates is pretty much all carbs and meat. Both of the meat dishes were very good. For those unfamiliar, meat jun is essentially beef battered in egg. It is something unique to Hawaii and worth a try if you haven't had it before. Barbecue chicken was well marinated and much better than the version that I had at a Bellevue Hawaiian barbecue place several weeks back. As far as the banchan, the macaroni salad and the taegu were my favorites. The mac salad is creamy and well made. But the taegu wows. I like the spicy sweet sauce that they use to marinate the taegu. So good that I could eat this side alone with a bowl of rice. If you are looking for a plate lunch place with a Korean twist, Gina's is a great spot to go. They have been open for a long time and are a Kapahulu/Kaimuki institution.

    (4)

  • Ulises A.

    Best BBQ & Kalbi I've ever had:) I like how Gina & other employees offer you more free rice or sides if you Dine in. All Smiles & Good Times wether you dine in or take out. The pricing is perfect also for such fresh food:)

    (5)

  • Constance S.

    Loved it. It was busy, but well worth it!!! Fast service and really good! Definitely suggest the BBQ beef!!!

    (5)

  • Tyler B.

    Best Korean BBQ place on the island in my opinion. Went here for my first time today and the plate came with 3 different types of meat (kalbi, BBQ chicken, and a beef) four sides (I got cabbage, kimchi, corn, and Mac salad) and two small egg rolls all for $12. Not a bad deal if you ask me. I really enjoyed this place and I would love to go again. The venue is pretty small with about three tables and one bar section. The ladies that work the front desk are really nice and are on it whether you're eating in, taking out, or calling in an order. I would definitely like to try their other plates that they offer because they look just as good as the Gina's special and they actually are cheaper than the pricey special. Definitely will be back. I believe there are two locations and I went to the kapahulu location which is near foodland.

    (5)

  • Bert S.

    I would give 4.5 if allowed but will default to 5. Solid local style Korean food. 1. Nice and friendly ladies behind the counter. This is way too rare in a lot of small Korean places. They had friendly interaction with a lot of regulars. 2. Lot of vegetables. I had the vinegar wakame, bean sprouts, daikon kimchi and choy sum (or whatever the greens were). Much bigger than Yummy. 3. The rice was good and cooked correctly. They are spending a little extra for good rice instead of the cheap stuff you find at Yummy and L&L. 4. Since I was eating in, they asked if I wanted the the Kalbi and chicken cut up. Made life easier. 5. I got there at 6:15PM on a Saturday and after we sat down, the place was packed. There are two small things I didn't like but I'll still be back. First was too much char on the chicken. Second was the meat jun. I still like Yummy's better. I'm positive Yummy puts dashi in their jun coating making it taste better. Also, the meat was cut shabu shabu paper thin and not Korean BBQ thin. The jun egg coating was good though. I'll be doing my Korean takeout here instead of Yummy and Mama Woo's.

    (5)

  • kristine f.

    As you can tell by the reviews, Gina knows how to do Korean! I love her BBQ Chicken and Meat Jun. I am very particular about my meat jun. I like thinner slices of meat without a lot griselle and fat. I also like that it has flavor and does not fill my mouth with a ton of nasty oil flavors in my mouth and Gina's know just how to get me all of that in every slice is Meat Jun. Their portions are generous and the prices are fair. I also love their Jap Chae. Mmmmm! Some places don't put as much veggies as they do. :) I'll be catering a few pans of Meat Jun and Jap Chae for upcoming Christmas parties. Oots oots. Well all this thinking about Korean food has me drooling, better hit the gym so I can devour some Gina's yummy food.

    (4)

  • Christine H.

    The parking is horrible but if you're looking for quick and easy Korean BBQ Gina's is the place to go. My husband and I ordered for pick up. I ordered the Gina special, it came with a little bit of everything and my husband got the meat jun. The price is very reasonable and the portions are fairly big!

    (4)

  • Yee Ting W.

    I grew up loving takeout korean bbq food and it's all because of GINA's located in Kapahulu of Market City! When my parents are lazy to cook we would always pick up plates from here when I was a kid...They are still around for a reason and that's because of their generous portion sizes, reasonable prices and darn good comfort korean food! Get their Gina's special because you can't go wrong with that!

    (4)

  • Katie T.

    Best Korean plate lunch! Awesome portions and ~ plus Gina is super nice and always remembers us when we pick up~

    (5)

  • Kalani A.

    Their food is always amazing! Meat Jun is Soo good! Everyone is so nice there. It's like family! Cheap and a lot of food. Vegetables is amazing! I don't like to eat vegetables, but ginas vegetables are to die for. It gets real crowded during business hours. Overall I highly recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Wendy C.

    Okay so they have pretty decent (but not anywhere near the best like they advertise) food, in large portions, for a good price. But what's the point when the service is atrocious? It was my first time here, and the lady in the front (whom I'm guessing is Gina) was smacking on gum and without so much of a smile, asked me what I wanted. I proceeded to tell her I wanted a Kalbi plate, when I noticed the other lady in front of me got a Gina's Special that looked like a lot more food, for a better price. So I told the counter lady, that I changed my mind and wanted the Gina's Special. The lady actually SCOFFED at me, and seemed visibly annoyed that she had to go through alllllll that trouble to cross out the "kalbi-plate" that she had wrote in order to re-write "Gina's Special." lol. Then when she asked for my card, she yanked it out of my hand, swiped it on the machine, and rather than handing it to me, or just placing it on the table in front of me, she just threw it at me! Wow, and she calls herself a proud owner? It's really hard to support a business like this no matter how cheap or good the food is. I am never coming back.

    (1)

  • Chase Y.

    If you like burnt BBQ Chicken. Come on down to Ginas!!!!!

    (2)

  • Lina T.

    Best Korean take out place I've been to. Their prices are cheap considering how big their portions are. The food is good and service is very quick. I order the Hot Seasoned Ika. Comes with rice, the hot seasoned ika and 4 choices of sides. The sauce is delicious if you mix it with the rice. Yum. If you're very hungry, get the Gina's special. It's a huge plate and fit for a big guy. Or girl :P

    (5)

  • Kanani C.

    Super delicious Korean food, so yummy with just the right mix of spice, sweet, and savory. Good plate lunch spot!!

    (4)

  • Tom S.

    I ordered a pan of chicken katsu and expected to pay ~$35 after tax as it was advertised at $32 on their website. Instead I was charged $41.36. Ridiculous...I didnt say anything as I wasn't 100% sure about the price until I checked online. The thing is the receipt doesn't even have chicken katsu on it, but has spicy pork and squash jun on it. never really had any good experience here, but this does it for me, and I will never come here again. Not sure of the reason they had for ripping off a young poor college student, but yea lesson learned I guess. Check your receipts folks! These koreans are crafty and conniving.

    (1)

  • T J L.

    Ordered take out last night. The food was just AWFUL! You had a hard time eating it as there was no taste, similar to eating cardboard. There was no effort to make the dishes palatable, I was brought up by a Korean Grandma and I know their food. Save your money. The only consolable fact was nowhere did they mention Korean in their signs. Their special plate looked humongous because it was stacked high with rice. The food sdid not look like the photos.

    (1)

  • Maru The Cat T.

    Hands down the best korean plate lunch restaurant in the state! I take that back, the best plate lunch restaurant period. My favorite dishes are the meatjun and homemade mandoo plate. The sides are awesome too. Taegu, mac salad, choy sum, cabbage, the list goes on. The prices are really reasonable. I love coming to Gina's and the staff is always friendly.

    (5)

  • Josh S.

    Back in 1995, as a little boy growing up in heart of Seoul, I would drop off my school bag, put on my snickers and go play soccer and/or baseball with friends until sun would disappear. By then, my shirts will be soaked, my face will be half grayed (because of smog, dirty air I breathe in Seoul), and be extremely hungry. I would run back to my house and my lovely mother would have a meal prepared just in time for dinner. I would finish them off in 24 seconds without washing my face and/or hands. Ah those memories. I'm now 26. Very handsome. Although I didn't fulfill my dream of being professional soccer/baseball player, I'm athletic enough to be a star in local leagues. My mother lives in Boston, MA. And I live in Honolulu, HI. We're somewhat 4,800 miles apart from each other. Gina's BBQ is that perfect replacement from my mother's meal except that she charges $8 for the meal -- and I will take it any day as long as I live in Honolulu. Do you know how this place is good? Just go around 6:30 on any weekdays and you'll find this tiny place be packed with customers who aren't Koreans. That's right. It attracts non-Koreans too. If you walk in around 6:30PM, you'll leave with your take-out boxes around 7:10PM because there are about 14 orders before you. It's really crowded during dinner hours. I suggest you order by phone early and go pick up your plates - but you may have to fight to get inside and see Gina. I'm not a big fan of the name of this place. Gina's BBQ. The other aunty don't get any credits. I wish she would change the name to Gina & XXX. It'll be more unique and feel more appropriate name for this place. Regardless of what the name is, I know I'm coming back. Maybe tomorrow.

    (5)

  • Paul N.

    Even though the seating area might be a bit small for its popularity, you'll find the food is really good and portions are pretty large, so you can't really complain too much about the prices. Plenty of choices as well! Parking shouldn't be too much of a problem, as it is located within Market City Shopping Center.

    (5)

  • Cindy S.

    The plus side is that their banchan was good. Their shredded Daikon tastes like Mommy's, but their kimchee was weird and vinegary Chinese style. The squash jun was tasty but it left quite a foul odor in my car that lasted about an hour. I'd rather hit warm food area in the Korean supermarket.

    (3)

  • Tom L.

    I went to Kaimuki High School and remember always coming here during and after school. Gina's is always one of my must-stops whenever I come home from the mainland. The food is always good and the portions are huge. If you aren't a big eater then get a Mini Bento and that will for sure fill you up for under $5. For everyone else, all of the other plates are well worth the price. Decent mix of local and Korean styled food supplemented with rice and choice of 4 vegetables per plate! I usually get Meat Jun or Kalbi plates and am glad that they started doing combo plates if you wanted to mix it around. Highly recommend for anyone that is looking for ono grindz, great price, amazing portions, and quick service.

    (5)

  • Kerri M.

    The parking lot to this place on the weekend is PACKED! You may have to circle the lot a few times before you find a space. We ordered the food on the phone and went to pick it up. The same ladies are still there from years ago and were efficient in getting the order out in a timely manner. They give a LOT of food and though it may not taste the most authentic, it's good for the price. My haole husband had the wings and LOVED them considering that he has never eaten Korean food before. Will be returning back another time.

    (4)

  • Mari V.

    Love this place! The Kalbi, bbq chicken, bbq meat, all the different varieties of korean vegetables and the fried mandoo and their rice is the best! Their prices are very affordable and they give ALOT of food! The parking can be a bit tough if you go at the wrong time. They have party packs that are great too. The ladies there are very personable too! They are all so nice and friendly. Just like how your grandma would be.

    (4)

  • Paul L.

    You can't beat Gina's Special (BBQ'd Chicken, BBQ'd Beef, Kalbi, 1 egg roll, 1 squash jun, two big scoops of rice and 4 sides) for under $9. I can eat a lot....i mean, i can throw down some food. But its tough for me to beat this one. The quality and quantity of food you get at this place is unreal. Really, really good authentic Korean style plate lunch at a great price. What's not to like?? Oh by the way, their kalbi actually has meat on it rather than a bunch of beef fat and grizzle..... But, their water cups seem to freak me out all the time because they're always wet. If those red plastic cups were dry and seemed a smidget cleaner, i'd give this place 5 stars for sure.

    (4)

  • Brian P.

    It is what is and it does what does well. Local Korean style bbq with large portions and a homely atmosphere. I usually stick to the mini bentos since the regular plates are way too big. Gina's Special is the catchall plate and is enough for 2 good sized meals. Unlike the posh korean plate lunch joints, Gina's doesn't skimp on the vegetables and always stuffs as much as will fit into your take-a-way box.

    (4)

  • Mandy C.

    Perfect for Korean take-out on nights you don't want to cook. Heaping portions in a plate that can feed two. You can get your meat and veggies for ~$4/person, if you want to share. =)

    (5)

  • Joie Y.

    Wanted Korean food, but didn't feel like eating in a restaurant, and I didn't want to miss Lost. So, settled on Korean take out at Gina's. I got the Mini Family Pack for dinner. Not for myself, silly, but for me and the husband. It fed us for dinner and for lunch the following day, so that's a pretty good deal. I was a bit disappointed in the choice in side veggies as they don't have available certain items. No chop chae?!?! Oh well. They only make them on certain days. And lately, the kim chi has been tasting like store bought kim chi. Sigh... The meats were pretty standard, nothing spectacular. And the rice, was rice. The next time I go back, I'll check out what sides they have first, and if they have what I'm hungering for, I'll order.

    (3)

  • Shelley K.

    I think I wrote a review already, but whatevers. I'm here so often that Gina knows me personally. LOL! I have my favorites from here: meat jun, spicy bbq chicken, taegu, squash jun, and japchae! They are open everyday and open long hours. And they are affordable and they give you so much food! Can't get any better than that!

    (4)

  • Jhoren C.

    Better tasting than yummys and cheaper!

    (3)

  • Emi H.

    I've gone to Gina's since college. I cheered for one year at UH and this is where we'd always go after practice for dinner. Portions are decent and turn around is very quick. I usually get the barbeque chicken plate. I like that you can order a mini plate as another option. The regular plate can last someone like me 2 meals. Gina herself works the counter so you need to be ready to order or she gets a little edgy. But that's what gives the place personality I suppose. You can't beat the location if you're headed into Waikiki and just need to pick up a quick bite to eat.

    (3)

  • Francis C.

    EXCELLENT spicy pork, great family packs, reasonable prices. If you ever go in and order and it's busy, make sure you know what you want -- your sides, brown/white rice, drinks. Although the two women that work there have some level of tolerance for those who take time in ordering, they will talk stink about you (in Korean of course).

    (5)

  • Yon S.

    Whoa. This place was busy! I came for the first time tonight at about 7pm. There must have been 20 people in this tiny place, and 3-5 people lined up out the door. I felt bad for the 2 ladies working the front, and the guy in the kitchen. They were pounding the plates out the door. They seem to be very efficient and know what they're doing. Everyone was pretty happy with the speed of their service, and was calling the lady, Gina, I take it 'auntie.' I ordered #1 on the wall menu, Gina's Special mix place $8.95. It was pretty quick, about 5 min. and then chose 4 sides veg. She even remembered me and made a joke that she was psychic as she was holding my plate in a bag in the air when I came back thru the door. As another reviewer mentioned, the BBQ chicken was stringy, dry, and stuck in my teeth. The kal-bi too burnt for my taste. teri-beef shriveled. I guess there was 3 scoops rice under all that. Now that I look at the menu photo, I didn't get the mandoo and the squash jun?! That's what I wanted and ordered #1 for. And they didn't say anything to me about that! Hey! Average korean food quality. Better than Kim Chee III, IMO. About equal to something like yummy's or peppa's. Not better than so gong dong, and similar places. I will probably research and try them again, but not order the typical and boring #1 again. I will give them one more chance to impress me with something I can call their speciality dish.

    (3)

  • P E.

    During our vacation... We were tired and looking for a great value to satisfy our starving stomachs. I looked on my to-do list and Gina's was the closest place. So we head on over and saw the long line. We though about going elsewhere, but the food looked & smelled so fresh and flavorful. So we decided to be patient and wait for our turn. We placed three orders. It was a little fast, which I guess was to be expected to help keep the food line going. Quick tip: know what you want before it's your turn or else you might feel pressured. As for our meals, it was as stated by many of the other reviewers. The portions were very friendly (huge and to my liking); the prices were pretty good (especially when you're on vacation); and the food tasted great (loved the kalbi, which was nicely charred)! Definitely will visit again the next time we're in town.

    (4)

  • Seth H.

    My wife picked up dinner from there tonight, so I didn't actually go but I did eat the food. They do give alot but the taste and quality leave you wanting. I ate the Gina's Special, the kalbi was actually very tasty but the chicken was dry and the bulgogi was kind of bland. I personally wouldn't go back but since it's on the way home from the kids school I guess it's not a matter of choice for me.

    (3)

  • Arlen N.

    Cheap good eats. Try the mandoo soup. Its the best.

    (5)

  • Mike A.

    If the way to the heart is through the stomach, Gina's must claim a lot of hearts. Huge portions of good quality food. I had the spicy chicken and meat jun. For my four sides I chose long rice, kimchee, cabbage, and choy sum. I was pleased when I got home and opened the heavily packed to-go box and found the two extra fried mandu. Everything I tried was great and I wish I had tried this place earlier. I'm looking forward to trying their kalbi and their garlic chicken next time. By the way, as far as portions are concerned, I'm 6'3" and 225lbs and I was more than full from this meal!

    (4)

  • Mei-Lan C.

    love gina's spicy bbq squid ! it's really delicious and they give you so much food ! i always share a plate with my hubby and we're always full after that.

    (4)

  • Sam O.

    Gina's kalbi is so good, I buy trays of the uncooked stuff to BBQ at family get-togethers! It is kinda pricey for plate lunch, but sooo ono. The meat jun and BBQ chicken are good too. If you like stinky fish and spicy things (I do!), get the taegu -- not super chewy like store-bought can be. I would recommend taking-out rather than dinning in. The atmosphere, small, and water quality isn't quite up to par.

    (4)

  • funopher c.

    Big portions, cheap, and tasty take out food. 4 stars for what it is. Not much of a place for dining in and definitely not for date night. They have two tables that seat about 6 each but there's little room between them and you're right in front of the register. Had Gina's special (which came with rice and 4 side choices - we got kimchee, cabbage, corn, and cuttlefish) and an extra side of BBQ chicken. It was enough to feed 3 (or 2 hungry people). The ladies behind the register (assuming were the owners) were friendly and even cut our meat for us since we dined in.

    (4)

  • Neil Y.

    Good, typical Korean plate lunch place. Bigger than average portions; you get 4 vegetables with your already large meat and rice portion. We got meat jun and a bbq special on a weekday night. I like my meat jun, and their meat jun's a little bread-y, and a couple of the vegetables were too salty (next time I'll get double kim chee and double bean sprouts). But that's nitpicky; it was overall tasty, and massive. Tried a little of the bbq special and there's tons of meats in that one. There were some interesting specials that I only saw after I ordered (cuttlefish katsu, unagi plate) but I guess that'll have to wait till next time. I'd say if you don't have time to go to a sit down place like Kim Chee II, try this place out.

    (4)

  • Richard K.

    Gina's BBQ is by far one of the best places to get Korean BBQ in Honolulu. Everything is made to order, the portions are big, and the food is extremely tasty. Most plates come with your choice of 4 sides. I usually get taegu, kimchee, shredded radish, and choi sum. I always judge a good Korean restaurant by how their kimchee tastes, whether it's fermented or not. Gina's BBQ has it down just right. My 3 favorite things to order include (not in any order): bbq chicken plate, kimchee fried rice (including an egg on top), and bulgogi. It's definitely not a place to go to for ambiance, being a take-out plate lunch type of place, but there are tables and a small counter space if you choose to eat there.

    (5)

  • David B.

    Oh how much have I missed Gina's Barbeque! Only after a year/year half of finding out about the Waipahu location, I was saddened to find out that it was run by different owners. I was happy that my friends decided to have Halloween lunch at the Market City location. 2 of us came in our costumes and Gina and the other lady working were cracking jokes. I ordered the meat jun, as I usually would at the Waipahu location. As always, the vegetables are piled on. Got mac salad, taegu, daikon and kim chee. I really liked the taegu since it was soft. Definitely better than Tasty BBQ which I have a hunch is just dried cuttlefish soaked in sauce. Meat jun was piled on as well. The meat jun wasn't too oily or overcooked. During our meal Gina asked if we wanted more vegetables or rice. How awesome!

    (5)

  • James H.

    Overrated!! They give a lot of food for the price but taste wise, it's average. Sides selection is limited too compared to other Korean take outs...

    (3)

  • Dale H.

    Ordered the spicy chicken combo plate to split with a friend and wanted the sides in a separate container. We were charged 35 cents for the container and they didn't even fill it like the regular plates. Then we wanted a sauce container for the spicy sauce and the lady kept saying its inside. When we checked there was no sauce so we asked again. We were told they don't keep empty containers. They fill them all with the mandoo sauce. When we were going to empty it and fill it with the spicy sauce they told us we should just mix the sauces, which was not what we wanted. I don't know how they're celebrating their 20th anniversary when they give such poor service. The ladies were even shouting at customers who werent paying attention quickly enough. When we ate the chicken it wasn't even spicy, just salty. my friend ate the kal bi and it was thin. The side veggies were also salty and the Kim chee was barely spicy. The spicy sauce and the mandoo sauce were both watered down. The best part was the rice. Never going back.

    (1)

  • Naomi G.

    This place is really great! I got the chicken katsu plate with mac salad, watercress, bean sprouts and kimchi. The food was perfectly flavored and seasoned and everything just tasted great. Parking is hard to find however. Some of the best Korean food I have ever tasted.

    (4)

  • Aaron T.

    Small place but good food and price is reasonable for Hawaii. You get a big portion of sides with your choice of entree.

    (4)

  • Tim B.

    omg. no. I do understand that korean food in Hawaii is a little different than what I may be used to from the mainland. Read my criticism with a grain of salt. 1. Meat jun ? thin ass strip of meat in hella thick and the skin falling off with hella grease? ugh. pass. Maybe there was a reason I've never had meat jun before coming to Hawaii. 2. Banchan - how is that a good variety!? plain ass chinese vege, plain seaweed, plain beansprout!? The only redeeming side was the japchae. Even the kimchee wasn't fermented enough and too spicy versus sour-y 3. Bulgogi - the meat was horrible! Texture all off, cooked all wrong, too sweet 4. LA Kalbi - wtf too sweet. 5. Mandoo - fried and too thick and chewy. meh would def prefer steamed mandoo =( The only redeeming things were : large portions and the chicken was OK. I guess the price was adequate... I got the mini family combo and it was HELLA food... def. for 3 people minimum! I didn't get to try other korean food on the island before I left, so I dont know how it compares... but I would recommend trying some place else!

    (2)

  • JD L.

    I love their food, especially the spicy pork and garlic chicken. The mamas there are always so friendly. They always hooked up the portions when I use to go there a lot. They have random rushes so I always call in a take out order.

    (4)

  • Mitchi K.

    Delicious and inexpensive!!!! Family pack is the best deal!

    (4)

  • Caleb R.

    Best Korean food I've had yet. The prices are great for the amount of food you get. The meat and squash jun are super tasty and the kalbi is not totally fatty like it is from most places. The sides are waht really make this place a winner though. The noodles and watercress are super tasty, and even the taego (sp?) is good, despite the fact that I hate cuttle fish. All it all, a great meal at the right price. It helps that its walking distance from my house too

    (4)

  • Gina B.

    Gina's does it right (and I'm not just saying that because my name is also Gina - hehe). All joking aside, this spot does not disappoint when it comes to taste, portion and price. I indulged in a regular meat jun plate for $8. Along with the mound of meat jun sitting atop the requisite scoops of rice, regular plates also get to choose four side dishes. What I love about Gina's is that taegu is one of the options! I really wanted all four of my sides to be taegu but I decided to give kim chee, cold cabbage (not sure what the official name is) and mac salad a chance as well. I think next time, instead of mac salad, I'll opt for the cold cucumbers. This one meal provided me with enough food for lunch, then dinner. Since I'm constantly trying to stretch my dollars, I was extremely happy that I got two meals out of one plate!

    (4)

  • Christie P.

    I give them four stars for the meat jun. I've had meat jun at three other places while I've been here and they have all tasted either old/precooked and sat under heat light, or the meat was super tough/chewy. Gina's seems to have it on lock. All other items are as normal as all the rest of the Korean fare on the island, which is decent. I think it's the price that really keeps people coming back. We got a family mini pack and a meat jun plate. It was about $26 and change. Gina's proves you can have your cake and eat it too. All that food fed four very hungry adults, and we STILL had leftovers. I'll keep coming back because the ladies working the counter were cute and funny. We had gotten some fresh bills for Christmas and we ended up using them to pay for dinner (CASH ONLY!). The lady said, "Oh... church money..." as she counted. ::giggle::

    (4)

  • Peter L.

    Solid place to eat if youre hungry and will eat whatever. They are really to UH and the other university next store. They serve large portions of good korean bbq for about 10 bucks a plate. There is plenty of parking so thats a plus as well. Nothing special, just your ordinary oahu korean bbq fast food.

    (3)

  • Brent K.

    As for Korean food it's okay. Nothing special. middle of the road. My friend wanted to come here. So I had something. I like my korean place better.

    (2)

  • Melody C.

    super good k-food for super good prices! if youre a regular youre treated like family. lots of college kids come around her since its close by.

    (4)

  • Sheri D.

    Definitely a GO-TO place for some good, cheap Korean food. They also dole out some GIGONGOUS portions so you really get your money's worth. Their reputation for tasty meat jun is certainly true as it is probably the best I've had on the island. Their spicy barbeque chicken, korean garlic chicken, kalbi, and fried oysters are delish also! The vegetables they serve are yummy and I love their tae-gu! The only thing bad about it is probably that the ambiance is definitely lacking and there can be a bit of a wait for your food... but I'm willing to overlook both because you can order takeout anyway and the turnaround time is pretty quick. So for some tasty and cheap Korean yum yum in your tum tum, head to Gina's. I guarantee it will satiate those Korean cravings you might have. YUMMY!

    (4)

  • Marc W.

    Best meat jun on da island imo. One of those great spots where us locals can eat go out to eat without breaking da bank! The combos are excellent. Love myself some kalbi and meat jun. Nice size portions as well as 4 sides to choose from...mmmmmm kimchi. =) Only negative I can possibly think of is its small and is difficult to find a spot to eat if you go at lunch and eat in. But then again, what do you expect when its so ono!!!

    (5)

  • Evelyn T.

    GRRR!!!! Would have been 5 stars if not for the hassle: I wanted extra barbeque sauce with my take out order and they had no containers! So I figured I'd pay for the small container and somehow balance some liquid in it until I reached my hotel. But no, Lady gives me a paper tray, pours some bbq sauce in it, and covers it with aluminum foil!! Then she tells me to bring my own container next time..wtf? I ended up with sauce all over my legs! ugh. Though, I have to say..the food was good. It's cheap, it's plentiful, it's tasty. The Gina's special could definitely feed two. I got that. The bf's fatty spicy friend chicken was even better though =)

    (4)

  • shirleen k.

    Haven`t been to Gina`s for a long time, however, the food still remains the same as i remembered Delish! Service always friendly and fast. They were non stop busy, guess this place is no secret=) if you haven`t tried Gina`s, you really must, you will fast become a fan!

    (4)

  • James G.

    This place is one of my favorites for local Korean food. The place is small and there is always people inside, especially around lunch and dinner times. The wait will take around 5-10 minutes depending the time. But the wait is worth it. The Gina's Special is always a good choice. My favorite is the Meat Jun.

    (5)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: a family run, family-style eatery with korean style takeout, that gives very generous portions :) something good: i loooove the sides here! and they give huge portions of it!! i may be a little bias since this place holds lots of memories but believe me, everyone else who tries it loves it too~ something not so good: the restaurant is small, so you may want to take out since it's super duper busy all the time!! something to try: meat jun & squash jun plates

    (5)

  • J F.

    great place, great food, and good value, what more can you ask for! Had Gina's on a recent trip to hawaii and wished i had come here on my previous trip instead ate at foodland instead in the same complex. Ordered 2 plates, the Gina special plate with Kalbi, Meat Jun, BBq chicken i think, got mac salad and long noodles for the banchan. My wife got the bbq beef and chicken plate. Got it for take out and literally carrying 2 of these plates was making my arm sore. It was so much food and freaking heavy i was like Woah. The banchan IMO is the star here, it was so freaking tasty the long noodles were like WOAH best i've had, and my wife agreed. The meats were good, but nothing really wowed me. Had alot of trouble finishing the food as it was just so much. But i'll be back next year for some more food!

    (4)

  • Sara T.

    This is another one of those places I go to with Emmanuel Z. and Jeff S. Huge portions of delicious local-style K-BBQ, low prices, and the always funny Gina herself make this place a winner. I LOVE the BBQ chicken! If you go towards the end of the night, Gina will just throw whatever she has left on your plate for free. Once we ordered a mix plate, and when we opened it up in the car, it was piled high with extra meat jun, BBQ beef, and mandu.

    (4)

  • Melvin S.

    As far as Korean takeout, this is one of my favorites...and I enjoy the "culture" of it all too...order correctly and you won't be sent to the back of the line. I love it because here they know me by name. And that's a nice touch.

    (5)

  • Hannah K.

    how can you not like gina's????? i love Gina, and I love the food. the kalbi is the best! i'm korean, so trust me when i say that her kalbi is bomb to the maximus! the marinade is key to good kalbi, and gina has got it down to the perfection level! i love the fish jun here, and i also love the bibim gooksoo (mixed noodles with kimchee). Gina is ALL heart, and so is her staff. it's like family! kinda like walking into my auntie's house, and getting the best darn korean food of my life. Gina adds lots of love and home-cooked flavors into her food. she's ALL HEART!!! I LOVE her. There's a reason why Gina's got the award for "best Korean food in town!" it's because it IS the bestttt!

    (5)

  • Chester M.

    For Korean food on Oahu I'm always going here. Lots of food for a great price. I ordered the bbq kalbi main dish and got huge servings of sides. It's a small restaurant and its a tight place to eat at. I came in hungry and came out so full. A must go to Korean restaurant.

    (4)

  • Shu C.

    One of my favorite meat jun places. I just can't find meat jun in the SF Bay Area so I always come back here every time I visit the folks. The side dishes are tasty too. I've lost alot of weight after moving away from Hawaii and not having Gina's probably helped. I still miss meat jun a lot though.

    (4)

  • Ronald T.

    Skimmed some reviews for BBQ places while I was craving hot grilled meat for lunch, I ran into Gina's and I have to say I agree with Yelp's general liking of this little gem. While I was waiting for my food, I noticed a healthy flow of customers, always a good sign. The menu and specials were strewn about different walls, making the decision-making a bit harder than necessary. I ended up choosing the chicken katsu and the spicy garlic chicken. You also get 2 scoops of rice and 4 choices of banchan or sides- pretty normal for Korean BBQ places. The sides were fine, though I regrettably passed up on the delicious-looking long rice for choi sum (I was on the phone with my mother at the time). The meat was yummy and the portion was too much for me to finish in one sitting! That really garnered my respect! Great job Gina's.

    (4)

  • Linda L.

    Large portions. Fish jun and a meat combo for 2 people was more than enough food. The second visit we went we shared the Gina's special and we both still could not finish one order. It came with kalbi, beef, and chicken. You can choose 4 vegetable sides and it comes with 3 scoops of rice. We certainly did not leave with beach bodies :0(

    (3)

  • Kaipo S.

    My favorite Korean take out place. Everything is good, Gina's special is an especially good deal. I literally worked right across the street and ate here everyday for two years (mini bento,) can't say enough about this place. Only thing I would go somewhere else for is the meat jun ( which is excellent here too,) if I was in the mood to drive to Dong Yang in Wahiawa. Great service and great food, just not really a sit down establishment.

    (4)

  • Bee T.

    the gina's special is enough food for a family and for only around 10$ u can beat it. 4 meats, 4 sides GREAT food. voted best KBBQ on the island i saw in the store reviews, and i 100% agree. like others said, its a college place, but u cant beat the prices! my buddy introduced me when i was there visiting, and I've been HOOKED ever since. just visited him the past week and this was the first place i asked how to get to.

    (5)

  • Sharif B.

    Cheap and good for the price. It is worth a visit just for the value alone.

    (4)

  • Kimberly L.

    I really like Gina's, and have been a faithful patron over the years. It's one of the few places open til 10 on a weeknight in Honolulu, and they deliver lots of food for very low prices. I will often call ahead for pickup of a chicken katsu plate. I also love the korean garlic chicken, which is like chicken karaage with this shoyu/sweet sauce and loaded with fried garlic chips! I am afraid that the quality of the sides is going downhill, though. They seem to feature this "Kimchee chicken" that I suspect is chicken that they marinated for too long, then doused in kimchee sauce. It tastes old. Like, dangerously old. I will not eat it. I once went in and the woman there tried to give me a free sample of it on a toothpick, then offered me "special price" on a container of it to take home. No thank you. That said, the value for the money is good. One regular plate lasts me two meals, easily. They give heaps of rice, and mounds of vegetables. About that...the sides are not really great. For instance, the choy sum tastes very "mature" and unsavory most of the time. And none of the veggies are really good things that they have in other places, such as the sweetened potatoes, corn, rice noodle salad, and other things that are my favorites. Last time I went, there weren't even 4 things I wanted to eat. I ended up with sprouts, choy sum (yucky), cabbage (decent), and daikon kimchee'd. But seriously, 2 meals for $7 and change? Outstanding price. other places charge twice that much and are still called good deals.

    (4)

  • Brian C.

    I'm not sure why more restaurants don't do it, but Gina's will accept orders over email. Their estimate got me trays of food for what they call 20 people for $150...but they're so generous it was more like 30 people with enough left over to feed me and the wife....great food and super convenient.

    (4)

  • R L.

    Been going to Gina's for many years. I normally order the Gina's special and the Yuke Jang (spicy rice noodle soup). The portions are very generous and the food is cheap. The chicken and the bbq pork in the special seems to always be dry but I guess the vegetables make up for it.

    (4)

  • Tyler H.

    this place is great. it is the best korean bbq in the area. sang and his family do a great job at this place. all the customers love the service and it is in such a convenient location. the food is great, fire time is fast., price is very affordable, and the portions are huge. they feed me like im starving! thanks for keeping me well fed!

    (5)

  • Mike C.

    While shopping at the nearby Foodland, I noticed a) there was a short line here and b) my parking space was as valuable as gold (sounds like San Francisco?!). As a result, this was my choice for first meal on Oahu. I ordered the Gina's Special ($8.95) which consisted of two pieces of marinated barbecue chicken, two pieces of bbq kalbi (short ribs), two small pieces of marinated bbq beef, one man doo (equivalent of fried pot sticker), one piece of fried zucchini or squash, my choice of four side dishes/banchan (pickled radish, cooked cabbage, marinated seaweed, and watercress - kim chi, mac salad, potato salad, and stewed potato were also available). While waiting for my food, I listened to a variety of customers ranging from a neighborhood employee picking up food for staff, teenagers with mom waiting in car, and young college types ordering take-out or eating there. The dine in people mostly had the Bi Bim Bap, a large rice bowl combining marinated veggies, kim chi, some barbecue beef, and a sunny-side egg... will try this next time. Feeling under the weather, I took my food to the hotel and ate in my room. The box was heavy and there was more than enough food as I initially finished about 2/3rd's of the dinner, saving the rest for midnight snack (actually, it was 10 pm, but midnight in SF). I combined the remaining portion with two sides that I picked up at Rainbow on the way. The chicken was a bit dry, but fortunately the veggies were moist and tasty enough to offset that; not the best Korean bbq I've had, but not bad. For the amount of food, this was a pretty good bargain. A good stop if you are leaving or on the way to Waikiki.

    (3)

  • Gary A.

    Some of the best korean food on the island.

    (4)

  • Mitch W.

    Great food for the value. Tasty, generous portions, very affordable. Best Korean food on the island.

    (5)

  • NIKKI F.

    What's not to love about Gina's? The food is great, the service is fast and the price is cheap. It has tables for you to eat in, or convenient packing for take out. The fish jun and spicy BBQ chicken, as well as all the sides, are absolute highlights. Give it a try!

    (4)

  • John A.

    Small place BIG PORTIONs : ) I always order the Gina's special.

    (4)

  • Ira K.

    Gina's. This is where I first tried daicon when I came to Hawaii years ago. It was a love affair: Gina: "Side orders?" Me: "Daicon." Gina: "And?" Me: "Just daicon, everything." The novelty of daicon has since abated, but I still go to Gina's for my KBBQ every time. 4 stars for good consistent taste, cheap price, and always good service. I take home, because it is a small, always-crowded shop.

    (4)

  • Van H.

    Gina's frickin awesome!! I bring everyone there... why because I live across the street from it... haha. But not only that but they have the best veggies... they serve large portions and their food is delicious. When my mom doesn't cook, I never cook.. and I am hungry... where do I go... GINAS! The Gina's Special really good...

    (4)

  • Wade H.

    Stopped here for lunch/dinner. It's a Wednesday and I was surprised that they had long rice as one of the side dishes. It's usually available only on the weekends. Food is excellent. Tasty! They also give a lot. Prices are reasonable for what you get. Service is friendly and quick! They also accept credit cards if you don't have enough cash.

    (5)

  • Liz T.

    I was craving Korean BBQ at 10PM, so my boyfriend and I came here for no reason other then it was nearby and open. The meat jun was very bland--it didn't taste marinated at all, but it was fried nicely and had a good texture. For excellent, marinated meat jun, hit up O-Bok in Manoa Marketplace. Gina's ran out of 2/3 of the side vegetables, but I guess this is forgivable since it was late. The only things left were cabbage, bean sprouts, mac salad, and seaweed salad. They weren't nearly as yummy as Yummy's sides, which may I add are never empty. I don't love the Korean BBQ there, but the long rice, potato salad, and watercress are addictive--must be the MSG. Here's my Korean BBQ analysis: O-Bok - Diamond in the rough Yummy's - Cubic Zirconia Gina's - Rhinestone from Claire's

    (2)

  • Philip H.

    If you are turned on by food, then Gina's is the Megan Fox of Korean take out! The Gina Special is great for when you want a little bit of everything! Family pack is enough food for 4 hungry hungry hippos and then some! My personal favorite is the KOREAN GARLIC CHICKEN! It's a hidden jewel on the menu, but it is SO good! It is not sweet like Mitsuken garlic chicken and it isn't huge pieces like sugois! It is lightly fried and covered in Gina's delicious garlic sauce. Another crucial point is the side dishes. Gina's kim chee is finger licken good like mmm baby so good makin my mouth water. Okay well try it for yourselves because once you try Gina's you will truly understand why this review is so sexual.

    (5)

  • Dim S.

    Not the best meat jun on the island (I think Kim Chee II earned that title), but definitely a great place for a reasonably priced plate lunch. Plus, the people are so friendly.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    I've been going here since the 90's. Food is good and portions are huge!! They know most regulars by name. I think that's pretty great. A name goes a long way. It gets pretty bust during rush hour. So make sure to place a phone order. It helps a lot!

    (5)

  • Miss Lili F.

    LOVE GINAS BBQ!!!! Way back when I was a rambunctious teenager in Honolulu, I would always hit up Gina's for awesome, delicious, filling, fast korean food. Lucky for me I lived 2 minutes away in Kaimuki. On to the food... They have meat-jun (which as most people know, is not all that easy to find), and the best tastiest side dishes ever! On a little trip to Hawaii in Sept, I took my Pumpkin Butt lover here, swearing its the BEST korean food ever and that it will fill you up. And lo and behold....the PB was full (he loves his food)! Imagine...heaps of steaming rice, spicy taegu, seaweed, sweet potatos, bbq chicken, meat jun, and kal-bi all stacked on one paper plate. I couldnt finish it, but if I could, it would be a little scary. Gina's....best local korean spot ever...just a 5 minute drive from Waikiki if you are visiting.

    (5)

  • Cary I.

    recently had them cater an event and i must say the food is a very good value. i can't get meat jun in the mainland so when i go back home i want to get good meat jun and gina's is where i get it. i have yet to try all the rest of the menu so i will probably make an update after i do.

    (4)

  • Kathryn C.

    Good food at great prices! and LOTS of it!! There's so much food that I'm covered for breakfast tomorrow! :) and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the meat jun!

    (4)

  • Kekoa K.

    My name Charlie. I like Gina, cuz she give plenty. I drink soup when I sick, make me feel better.

    (5)

  • David C.

    I have been here several times. My favorite hands down is the Meat Jun. It is very tender and melts in your mouth. I have had meat jun in several restaurants...there sauce is the best. They always give generous portions and very flavorful dishes at great prices. I have cut down on my rice consumption and only on certain situations do I eat rice. They do substitute rice for another serving of vegetables. They do give you 4 choices of vegetables. My favorites are the kimchee, watercress, taegu, mac salad, seaweed, meat jun and bean sprouts ..... ok i like them all. BTW did I mention their meat jun was fabulous?

    (5)

  • Michael W.

    We ate at Gina's today for the first time and the LAST time. The food was simply awful. Yummy's is better on a bad day. The chicken was cold and dry after probably sitting under a heat lamp. The beef was dry and tasteless. They charged us a dollar extra for old/spoiled brown rice. Save your money and time. Head to the Foodland at Market City instead. We are sure you will be able to find something edible to eat there.

    (1)

  • Jaisa C.

    There are so many Korean take out restaurants here on Oahu and it was not until I moved here in the summer of 2006 that I even knew about these places. Anyways, after being here for about 5 years now, I've come to the conclusion that when ever I'm in the mood for Korean take out, Gina's is definitely my go to spot. I really like that their service is super quick and not to mention, always friendly. The portions here are great and the prices can't be beat. My favorites here are the chicken katsu, meat jun and the spicey bbq chicken. Also, one place is enough to feed to starving people!

    (4)

  • Arnold G.

    Gina's serves local-style Korean food, and it is one of my favorite places to eat in Hawaii because I love meat jun, which is almost impossible to find in this form on the mainland. Meat Jun is basically a really thin steak that's dipped in egg batter and then fried. It's kind of like a thin egg pancake with a sliver of steak in the middle. They serve it with a sweet dipping sauce that takes this humble dish to a whole other level. On this trip, I paired my meat jun with some spicy fried chicken wings that were excellent. The crunchy, slightly spicy skin really hit the spot. In addition to rice, you get your choice of four sides, which include basic Korean banchan offerings such as taegu, kim chee and pickled daikon, as well as local favorites like mac salad. It's small inside, so most of their business is take out, which is what we did. Best of all, Gina's is cheap and the portions are extremely generous, so you get a lot of food for the money.

    (5)

  • Andrew Y.

    For Korean fast food, Gina's Barbeque does not disappoint with their big portions and reasonable prices. Three scoops rice and 4 side dishes......move over Yummy's and bye bye Peppa's. I ordered the deep fried oysters/meat jun combo and it was gooood. They don't handle food properly, but I figured with all the frying , it's going to kill all the germs.

    (4)

  • Derek K.

    The food hasn't changed for me...but they get an additional star for being on top of it when it comes to preparing the family pack. The family pack for less than $38 comes with kalbi, bbq beef, meat jun, mandoo, 8 veggies (including taegu, mac salad, kimchee), white rice and a drink...NOW THAT'S A LOW PRICE! ;)

    (4)

  • Jaci K.

    Loved it, they give BIG portions! You definitely get your moneys worth!

    (5)

  • Chan K.

    There are better korean bbq out there. the vegetables dont look that great.

    (2)

  • Janis K.

    I love this place ever since my cousin from the *mainland* told me about it. As everyone said, the portions are huge, 3 scoops rice on a regular plate??? Their food is always cooked fresh & the sides are tasty. Today, I tried to use restraint & ordered the mini bento. It was no mini! 2 scoops rice, bbq beef & chicken, along with 2 mini spring rolls. I chose the choi sum & bean sprouts although the mac salad looked so yummy! I had to go back to work so I didn't want to be caught snoozing under my desk after lunch.

    (5)

  • Wendell H.

    Well, I honestly can't say the sides, chicken or pork were as tasty as other Korean places I visited on Oahu. However, the Kalbi was the best I've ever had and the price is right. If I could go back and do it over again, I'd just order a huge portion of Kalbi with no sides. ;-)

    (4)

  • sky i.

    It's not the greatest Korean food in the world, but it can't be beat for it's value. Their best dish, IMO, is their BBQ Pork. It's spicy and tender. Their worst dish is their Bulgoki (thinly sliced beef) which are bland and chewy.

    (3)

  • Miranda S.

    The food is pretty good. There is alot of food. The price is good

    (4)

  • Alice E.

    ginas is one of the best places on island, but they should pay a little more attention to their customer service...there is a worker ( the youngest one of the three, including gina) who is very rude. gina should fire her becuase it was her that most people dont like....

    (1)

  • Andy D.

    Everyone I know raves about this place. After all that talk, I decided to try it on my own during my lunch break. I don't think it lives up to the hype. I got a BBQ chicken plate. The portion size was nice, but it wasn't any more generous than other Korean BBQ. The chicken itself was pretty tasty, but I like L&L's or any drive-in's just as much. The vegetables were good, but again, nothing great. On another occasion, the office brought meat jun for potluck. It was some of the worst meat jun I have ever had - completely bland. I doubt they even added salt to it.

    (2)

  • Micah P.

    Read the Yelp reviews and it's close to home plus have bi bim bap with tofu for gf. Had Gina's special which for $8.95 was a lot of food. Piece of kal bi, bulkoki, chicken, mandoo, squash jun, rice and 4 sides. Much respect. Gf liked her bi bim bap and couldn't finish. Truthfully I was a little disappointed in the bulkoki but the kal bi was great and the bbq chicken was good. Kim chee and pipinole were good. Squash jun and mandoo forgettable. Overall I say it's solid better than Peppa's but not better than a Willow Tree. Still looking for that spot on place on Oahu.

    (3)

  • Matthew L.

    There is a good reason this place is rating #1 for honolulu advertiser for korean food. Great portions, costs little less than other places, and tastes great. I love the Squash Jun plate, and they don't skimpy on veggies. Mac salad, Kim chee (not the weaksauce halms kind), long rice (I dont know how to say it Korean because aint Korean enough), and taegu. Big enough to feed 2 peeps. The mini-bento was also a Kaimuki High School favorite.

    (4)

  • edrick w.

    Everytime I visit I always have to go to Gina's and get their meat jun. You see i'm from la and there is no egg fried meat that is jun. Their portions are huge and their selection is massive. Even trying to get a quick snack and ordering the mini bento is a decent meal in itself. Their sides are probably the best in hawaii, i've had another restaurants kimchi and it was garbage compared to gina's. +5 stars - you got to love the mom and pop restaurants where the food is always going to be solid

    (5)

  • Tony C.

    This is my new favorite korean plate lunch to date. Compared to other local korean plate lunches, this place wins. Upon first impression, it was a tiny hole in the wall, with loud korean owners, not really smiling and just taking orders. The walls were overwhelmed with pictures and words of all their foods they serve. I didnt really know where to start since there was so many choices, so i just decided on the Ginas Special. That consisted of kalbi, bulgogi, teri chicken, rice, and 4 sides of veggies of choice. My wife and I decided to share just one plate, since the people in front of me were walking out with large take out boxes. For the veggies, we went with kimchee cucumber, mac salad, jap-chae, and cabbage. They had a large 20-once self-serve cups and a water cooler jug, so we opted for water instead of drinks. Within 10 minutes, our order was ready. The food was packed rim high into the largest take out box i've even seen. When i opened the cover, there was so much food, it literally weighed about 5 lbs. Grabbed an extra plate, and divvy'd up our portions. With everything split down the middle, i felt like i still had more food than if i were to go to zippy's. First bite of the kalbi, and i was in heaven,. It was perfectly charred, with tons of marinade and flavor. The bulgogi was a bit dry though. The rest of the food was great. My wife kept raving about the kimchee cucumbers, so i gave the rest of it to her. Price was $8.75 for the food, and was well worth it for 2 people. In the end, she told me the next time we come back, we better come here first for lunch.

    (4)

  • Katrice K.

    I do like Gina's every once in awhile as the food is cheap for the heaping mounds of food you get. One plate lunch is enough to feed me three meals. However, I am not a fan of their meat jun as I have much better ones all over the island and would not recommend the one here. It was very dry and was not tasty. On the other hand, almost everything else that you order here will be tasty and well worth the money. Whenever we have family gatherings when my cousins from the mainland come over, Gina's is always served (minus the meat jun for me).

    (4)

  • J F.

    One of the best Korean plate lunch places. Very generous with their vegetables and their selection of veggie choices is better than most.

    (5)

  • CJ C.

    I was at a function where the food came from Gina's. We had meat jun, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, kal bi and the Korean noodle dish whose name escapes me. The kal bi was tender and tasty, and the sides were generous. Especially liked the taegu. Meat jun was fine. Only the chicken was truly disappointing--very dry and stringy--almost like chicken jerky--which dropped them a star in my book. Overall, Gina's gave good value--large portions of mostly tasty food for a good price.

    (3)

  • Alice R.

    Some tasty korean bbq and great value. You get a lot of food in the Mini Family Pack. It says 2-3 people, but it really feeds 4-5. Well, maybe if you're not starving. I tried the meat-jun for the first time. Pretty good stuff. The Bi Bim Sook was not the best, but still delicious. And seriously, you get a lot of food so it's great for parties.

    (4)

  • Jordan T.

    Ginas is the place to go for a lot of food at a great price. There is so much meat and the vegetables are always piled high. I can rarely eat all my food in one sitting. I usually order the meat jun or the spicy pork. The kim chee fried rice is awesome too. If you have never been to the market city ginas... you would have to be a fool not to try it

    (5)

  • Ben F.

    Returned tonight with my roommate. I decided to give Gina's a second chance seeing as it's Easter Sunday and i should forget past wrongs. Anyway, after i ordered my roommate just wanted vegetables so when he ordered from auntie she had this annoyed look on her face like he ordered the wrong thing; as she told my roommate the price he asked if i had spare change and i did but as i told him this auntie says to me, "no, don't give him." I reassured her though that, "No worries, I charge interest" and she laughed and wanted an actual high five from me. Imagine that! So i was about to give her one until my roommate stepped in and intercepted that high-five, auntie was all irritated but eventually i didn't leave her hanging and gave her the high-five she wanted. In the end we all got what we came for: vegetables, a good meal, and a shared high-five :)

    (4)

  • RF V.

    Probably my favorite Korean mixed plate spot so far. The food came in a mound-full and I am always a sucker for friendly and warm family-owned businesses. The lady may look tired or maybe she doesn't smile that often but I can always tell when they are warm and genuine deep down. Sometimes we have to look past the exterior, especially if she's a bit older and has to work her ass off running her little shop around the clock. Food: Ordered the Gina's special, came with kalbi, bulgogi, teri chicken, a gang of rice and four sides. The kalbi was tastey, the bulgogi was a bit dry to my liking, the teri chicken was above-average and the sides were delightful. Got the mac salad, potatoes, kim chee, and bean sprouts. The four sides really help balance out the meat that's piled on. Enough to feed a small family, I had left-overs for 1.5 more meals and it only cost around $8. A lot of people complain that the meats terrible or the wait takes forever but they fail to realize that usually a bulgogi or kalbi meal at a usual korean restaurant can range from $11-$18 a plate and you are still hungry after. $8 for all that food, you have to be a little understanding. They were having a special and gave out free nori to compliment the meal. The owner lady also gave my roommate beef juice to dip the bulgogi in which was nice. In terms of Korean mixed plates, 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Boe T.

    gina's bbq is super ono (good) and the price is not that expensive. this is the best place so far for Korean BBQ rest.

    (5)

  • Clinton C.

    Food = 3 Quantity = +1 Cheap price = +1

    (5)

  • Tim C.

    Totally overrated, meat jun has no flavor at all, other meats are just what you find everywhere else. Veggies are mediocre also.

    (2)

  • Lana K.

    This place is never greedy with their food. The banchan or side vegetables they give are pretty much covering half your plate. All their portions are huge and worth the price. Eating there can get crazy because there isn't a lot of room. They have people constantly coming in and out of that place. I suggest take out. I'm a big fan of the chicken wings. If you ever enjoyed Chicken Alice...there chicken wings are the closest. If not, let me know where I can find them (I don't want the recipe). Sang always hooks it up..thanks!!!!!!!

    (5)

  • Suz K.

    For about $9 I got the Gina's special. Pretty darn good for a crazy amount of food! Again, bf and I split the plate and it was more than plenty. I really was happy that they actually bbq'd the meats - some meat was a little too charred but it didn't kill the meal by any means. The meats (kalbi, bulgogi, and chicken) were very flavorful and not delicately so... it made for soulful eating like at a picnic. Plenty of ban-chan (side dishes). The jap-chae was a bit more oily than I'm used to, but really flavorful. The cucumber kimchee was crisp but hardly spicy. The squash-jun was ok. The man-doo was an eggroll?? hehee It was good though. Mac salad was probably my least favorite since I like it more tart than creamy. The ladies were super nice for being super busy and handed me an extra plate without me having to ask for it. I would definitely frequent.

    (4)

  • Molly B.

    I came across Gina's on my adventures of finding the best BBQ chicken. It's amazing how much food you can pack in there boxes, really! At first I flinch at $10-15 lunch until I quickly realize it's easily 2-3 meals. The spice was perfect, if you can handle something like sriracha then you'll love this. However, now that I'm looking at the menu at my leisure without a hungry stomach I now realize the Ginas special is the way to go. For only $2 more I could try a bunch of meats and sides. The restaurant is small with a couple of long tables to share. I came around 1 and although it was busy it probably took 5-10min to get my food.

    (4)

  • Erica S.

    We went there since the yelp reviews were so positive. Went there to dine in but next time I think we will do take out like everyone else did. But the food was Ono and the amount is just crazy!!! With just rice and entree you get a lot but then you are asked for 4 sides and they really pile it on! We had our kids with us and the ladies behind the counter were so nice they kept giving them samples of other items that we didn't order! The service was right on and the food was great. After dinner I asked for take out boxes and it didn't even look like we ate!!! I highly recommend the ginas special. My husband got that and loved the assortment. The BBQ chicken was my choice and was perfectly grilled! Next time we go back to Hawaii I am definitely going back for more!

    (5)

  • Angel H.

    The food here is good and the prices are reasonable. I'm a kalbi person. Whenever I'm at a Korean BBQ place, I always have to get the kalbi. For $10.50, you get 3 pieces of kalbi, rice and the standard 4 sides. The other Korean spots give you 4 pieces of kalbi and will run you about $14. This is the only place that I've been to where you actually get taegu as a side. However, they don't have the mayonnaise potatoes or shoyu potatoes that the other places offer. The kalbi here is tender and nicely marinated but it's on the thin side. It's not like Soon's, where the kalbi is thick and meaty. The give a lot of rice. It's not the standard 2 scoops. The sides that I got today were 2x choy sum, taegu and corn. The sides were fresh and served at the correct temperature as it was on ice. If you're looking for good Korean BBQ in town, Gina's is the place to go to.

    (4)

  • Sungjin S.

    There are many similar places like Gina's but I was glad I came here. Atmosphere: Off of Kapiolani. Plaza restaurant with fairly old decor. Service: fast casual, the owner was very nice offering me extra rice if I wanted more. Food: Great food, I had the spicy fried chicken wings with all the regular banchan. Intangibles: Many similar places like it but still worth visiting.

    (4)

  • Emma K.

    Always love coming to Gina's. I've been coming here for over 8 years. Food is great and the people are great - always looking to feed you! Lol. Portion sizes are HUGE, so unless you can manage eating over 2 lbs a plate lunch, plan on taking home leftovers or try share with a friend. They have been taking credit cards for some time now, but keep in mind there is a minimum $ amt. Please try their side order of squash jun, it's my favorite. The parking area is large but bc the complex now has a Walgreens, it has tmobile, Foodland and various good eating places, it does get really busy. Probably the busiest is rush hour and weekends during the day.

    (5)

  • Patrick S.

    Oh, how I love me some Gina's when I am famished and looking for some nice home style Korean cooking! Every time I have gone to Gina's, I usually have just finished a day of hiking. Even when I am beyond my hangry state, the food here puts a smile on my face and often times I can barely finish what I order. If you go, I would say be prepared to spread out whatever you order over two meals or share with someone. What's even better is that the price for the amount of food you get is super good. I usually order the Gina's special which comes with rice, 2 bulgogi, 2 chicken, 2 mandoo (fried dumplings), 2 galbi (short ribs) and four sides. Sure, there is no special sauce or marinades for any of these items but they are all cooked well and nice portion sizes. Plus, that's where the sides come in! There are a lot of choices to choose from but here are my personal favorites: Seaweed salad - mixed with vinegar and slightly sweetened, this is a nice refreshing contrast to all the heaviness of the rest of the meal. Kimchi- the kimchi here is pretty on point! When kimchi is fermented too long, it tends to have a sour taste. While when it is not long enough, it tends to not have much flavor. Gina's is pretty good in between and -I say- a must for any good korean meal! Pickled radishes- these things are also flavored similarly to the seaweed salad. It has a nice refreshing taste like the seaweed but has a nice crunch to it. A lot of people have mentioned their meat jun as something to order. If you haven't had it, it is basically meat that is wrapped in an egg tempura type batter and fried. While it is definitely filling and helps to eat with the sweet soy sauce dip that they provide, it is super heavy and possibly food-coma inducing. Be warned! Be prepared to order the sides you want because the service is pretty quick and efficient and they expect their customers to be too. Parking can be tricky especially during peak hours in the lot which it shares with Foodland and Walgreens. Overall, if you are looking for good and affordable Korean cooking, definitely come to Gina's!

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    Good Korean AND inexpensive!? This place is definitely one of my go-to Korean restaurants for good Korean food on the cheap (well, its actually slightly more expensive than most places, but I'll explain that later) Gina's is located in Market City and is a small shop operated by only a small handful of workers. It can get pretty packed during the dinner hours, so its best to call in your order. If not, you're looking at about a 15 minute or so wait, but definitely worth it. Alright, back to the "expensive" thing. The average plate there is around $10, which is slightly higher than most plate lunch places. ($12 for the Gina's special which comes with 2 pieces of Kalbi, BBQ Chicken, BBQ Beef, and spring rolls) However, the portions here are VERY generous. Definitely enough to do at least 1.5 meals (unless you're one VERY hungry person). Each plate comes with a very generous amount of protein, a nice helping of rice, and FOUR choices of sides. Sides will sometimes vary by day, but the regulars are usually available (kim chee, choy sum, bean sprouts, etc.) The only "issue" is that since its at Market City, parking can be tough, but its not really an issue since theres usually parking. The workers there always seem grouchy, but that might just be a "Korean" thing(?). I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a good meal and still have left overs for lunch the next day.

    (5)

  • Phuong M.

    I was kinda craving for a burger after our hike yesterday but I was also craving rice and sweet meat! The only place that came to mind was Gina's!! They have the combination plate called Gina's bbq combo that's about $12.05 after taxes that is loaded up in try to go container that I swear weighs in at least 5lbs! I kid you not, alright maybe 4, but that's the lowest I'll go! Anyway the combo plate gets you two kalbi steaks, two tender teriyaki chicken and teriyaki beef and rice under on the big portion of the container. The two smaller containers are stuffed with 4 sides of your choosing! We always get the dried fish, green veggies, clear noodles and cabbage but today I made the acceptation and allowed the fiancé to get bean sprouts even though I think it's the cheapest side ever! But seriously you may think $12 is a lot to spend on a plate lunch but when you realize that the plate seems like it's never ending plate, you realize that it's the best deal ever for such delicious and tender meats with such delicious sides! It's such a hole in the wall with two 6 ft tables where random people have to sit with one another if they want to eat there otherwise it's a to go place all the way through! It's always packed and I see why! Two thumbs up and two shakas from this happy camper!

    (5)

  • Lenna L.

    Food is not cheap in Oahu, but Gina's BBQ is. They give very generous portions, and the cold sides you get with your meal is delicious! Do not let the name fool you, this is a Korean food place, and own by a very sweet old korean lady. The food is traditional and authentic. I saw an old review with pictures showing a lady cutting cabbage in the backroom, first of all it was not the floor like the review mentioned, She was cutting on top of a box. The reason she was cutting on a box was because she was seating. Why was she seating, because she has to work long hours to prepare those delicious kimchi for customers. I don't like it when people exaggerate on reviews. This is a hard working lady who probably cannot stand long hours to cut and needed a break to sit down. I have worked at a bunch of restaurants and have seem cooks preps cut vegetables while sitting down, it makes it easier for them and also helped them work faster.

    (5)

  • H K.

    I have not been to Gina's in over 20 years, and I see that I have not missed much. The food was just below ok at best. I don't live in the area so more than likely another twenty years before I give them another shot.

    (2)

  • Grace M.

    I've been going to Gina's for almost 20 years now. The owner lives in my building and is very friendly. You would never know it because she's always so busy. They are a family-runned business and although the place can get super busy, they are fast! I hope that Gina's will be around for many years to come. And their prices have always been reasonable!

    (5)

  • Purse G.

    Went here last night, ordered a mini with meat & chicken, and I was not too happy. I will give another try with The Kalbi.

    (3)

  • Rachel I.

    I was too lazy to cook dinner so my bf and I headed over to Gina's as it is one of his favorites when I am not around to cook for/with him - it was my first time. They gave some extra sample food, a spring roll and a meat jun. I liked the meat jun and would order that next time. For 12$ we got Gina's Special and it filled us both! Their Kalbi is delicious, I will definitely be back for more! Though we didn't eat inside, it does have a small seating area but it gets really cramped in there as people order and stand around. Also parking can be difficult as it is located in Market City next to Toritos.

    (5)

  • Marta L.

    I've been going to Ginas for over 20 years. The good has always been amazing and Gina herself has always served and given me " extras". The Kalbi in particular is my favorite. Best bang for buck food that's for sure!

    (5)

  • Lyn C.

    To be honest, if you're visiting Hawaii it's not a "must eat" on your list, but if you're just looking for a cheap meal this is your spot! There isn't much seating room, but we were able to grab a table for our group of 8. The portions are very large, enough for 2 people, and very affordable. It's a cute mom and pop shop with very sweet service. I got the meat jun, which came with 4 sides. I really needed my veggie fix on this trip, so the sides were my favorite part. I got daikon, sprouts, mixed veggies and cabbage. The meat jun was pretty standard. Cat P got dumplings and shared them. It was a good meal to have but as a previous Ktown resident, this isn't top notch kbbq but it's a cool place to grab some grub.

    (3)

  • Tamika H.

    At first glance this placed seemed a little sketchy but If you like hole in the wall restaurants and great food then this place is for you! They are very generous on their portions and inexpensive. It was my husband, myself and our teenaged daughter and we could have easily shared a combo plate. The kalbi and kimchi were on point! One of the best dishes that we had on the island during our trip.

    (4)

  • Eli C.

    Ordered the Gina special and it did not disappoint. Intimidating menu for your first visit- so many options! But the food is so.good. and definitely worth the wait

    (5)

  • Tuan N.

    Gina's is a staple for me since high school. My favorites are the meat jun and kalbi and you get generous portions of everything. If you eat in and it's not busy they may ask you if you need extra rice. Whereas some places sacrifice quality for for quantity there is no compromise here. They also load up on the side dishes as well. Love the kimchi, bean sprouts, taegu, japjae, and watercrest.

    (5)

  • Alli C.

    Gina's has been a favorite for Korean BBQ since I was in highschool. My go to, and maybe only thing I've ever ordered, is the chicken katsu and fried mandoo combination plate. This plate comes with 4 banchan (side) choices and it is HUGE! Definitely worth paying about $12 for because I always get two meals from it. It is a small restaurant and only has two long tables with about 6 chairs each and two counter seats. The parking is always manageable. I would recommend calling ahead and ordering for pick-up if you're in a rush. Gina's is busy around peak meal times and you might have to wait a while for your food.

    (4)

  • Forrest C.

    Maybe it's nostalgia but I eat here every time I return home from the mainland. The meat jun is onolicious and the Korean vegetables are local style aka not salted heavily like their mainland counterparts. This is a classic local joint - two aunties serving the line of customers from the walk up counter while the occasional small group eats in the 12 seat dining area. Cost is about $11 for a full size plate but it will feed you for 1.5 meals. Not bad. Go get some Ginas

    (5)

  • Ola Z.

    Not for dining-in, but the food is awesome!!! Get take out and enjoy!

    (5)

  • Calen B.

    Never eaten here and never will. Caught the staff cutting veg. And prepping kimchi on the floor of the back room. She dropped some on the floor and put it back in to the bucket to be served. Gross... I put pictures up as well so check it out.

    (1)

  • Neot D.

    I like to pick up plates from Gina's. It is a real nice family kind of atmosphere. If you go there enough they tend to recognize your face and treat you like you are an old friend. I went last night by myself and they were like "Hey! Where's the family? Only you tonight?" They are good peoples.

    (4)

  • Caroline L.

    Main dishes and side choices for every family to get what they want at an affordable cost! Love their kalbi and chicken katsu. Always fresh and ono!

    (5)

  • Lisa N.

    I love GINAASS! I have been going here since my high school days. The spicy chicken is really good. I usually ask for extra spicy sauce ;) The staff is friendly and very quick! I have never been disappointed yet! A must try!

    (5)

  • Victoria J.

    YUM! Gina's is the type of place I wish I had in my neighborhood back home in San Francisco. It's tasty, a good value, and good quality. At night they have a constant flow of customers ordering take out. It's a great value and who doesn't love that you get to choose your own banchan? We tried the kalbi and spicy chicken--I preferred the spicy chicken over the kalbi, but it was still pretty good. All of the banchan we tried was pretty good (kimchi, taegu, daikon, and bean sprout) except the taegu was too sweet for my taste. Parking in the evening in this shopping center was a bit of a mess, but you just have to be patient. Like with most things, it works itself out. Service was brusquely friendly and they have a system where you order, then they call out your order so you can choose your banchan, then they call your order out again once everything is ready. I know we'll be back!

    (4)

  • Maileen B.

    My family used to frequent this place when I was a kid, only coming occasionally now. The last couple of visits have been disappointing. The bbq chicken was dry, the meat jun didn't really have meat, and the long rice was just oily and lacked flavor. Also, during our last visit, the lady taking our order wrote the correct order, but the contents of the plate were completely different. The ladies servicing us were just talking to each other and didn't care about the customers. Plain out bad service.

    (3)

  • Leslie A.

    When I come to Gina's, its usually for phone take-out orders. I really like how fast their service is because from the time they take my order to when I leave, it's all done within 20 minutes (I live like a 5 minute drive away from there). Plus, their location is inside Market City Shopping Center so finding parking will never be an issue. The best part is the value you get out of it! For under $10, you can get yourself a plate lunch that will sustain you for two meals! The portions they give are tremendous! First of all, what makes this place different from other plate lunch places is that you get a choice of not two, not three, but FOUR choices of sides. Their usual sides include chop chae, choi sum, taegu, cabbage, kimchi, bean sprouts, mac salad, and corn. Secondly, they give more than the usual two scoops of rice. I swear the amount of rice they give you is equivalent to 3-4 scoops. Lastly, whatever entree you order, they are very generous with it. Overall, this is my go to place for the BEST Korean plate lunch/dinner. Why is this place the best? 1. Fast service 2. Ample parking 2. Bang for your buck 3. Large portions of food

    (5)

  • Nick W.

    Easily one of my favorite go to spots. Great food and fast service. I love Gina. She and her family are so nice and welcoming. So many different side choices. There is always something good. The kimchee is delicious. The Gina's special is my go to as well. Me and my wife split that often and still get leftovers. A must visit.

    (5)

  • Sonja S.

    Gina's Korean BBQ. The first place I think of when I want Korean BBQ and when I am on the East side in town. If you want to get some good old Korean ate lunch and a promise of being full at the end (with the potential of a food baby), this is the place for you!! Pros: -EXCELLENT KOREAN BBQ (don't get me started with the meat Jun) -Good customer service by Gina herself! -Great prices for the humongous portions of food they give you -Taegu. Enough said. Cons: -Parking can be hard especially during lunch or dinner time. There is parking available when you down to the bottom portion of the mall as well. Overall, my number one spot for Korean food!

    (5)

  • Arynn I.

    First time here! Not sure why I've never come here before but now that I know it's here, I may have to take advantage of the take out. We came on a Sunday, right around 6:15pm-ish and it wasn't too busy yet... Only 2 groups were sitting at the 2 tables. There are only 2 tables with 6 chairs so it was just by luck we were able to get a spot at one of the tables. As we were ordering it got extremely crowded and overwhelming with people. Many of them had take out orders but for anyone who is claustrophobic, it could be a little stressful. I ordered a combo plate with spicy chicken and BBQ beef. I saw that the spicy chicken was raved about and I was curious to try it. In the hub bub of the sudden crowd, the woman taking the order wrote meat jun instead of BBQ beef. It was quickly corrected though so that was nice. **make sure you know which veggies you want before they ask you** The only thing that bothered me was that I didn't feel the prices of the plates were clear but maybe I was just too overwhelmed with the crowd and feeling rushed that I didn't look at the menu well. It was also a nice treat to run into Gary N. also! I think it was the first time we had an unplanned run-in! Now that I know about this place, it will be on my list for a quick to-go plate when I'm on that side!

    (4)

  • Cooldudeyo808 ..

    Gina's is awesome. I love the amount of food they pack in one plate! It's enough for 2 meals. Also, the prices are great! I ordered the hamburger steak today. It was so thick. I had 2 patties smothered in gravy (with onions ) on top of 2 huge scoops of rice. My sides were mac salad, taegu, corn, and long rice. My apologies if I spelt anything wrong. It was the perfect combo! I was full maybe 1/3 of the way through my plate! It tasted good. I love salt but it didn't have too much. Just enough for the average person. No biggie. Customer service was great! They're all so friendly This is definitely a go-to place if you want a bang for your buck. The seating area is a bit consolidated but it works.

    (4)

  • Staci L.

    good food good portions good prices wish service was friendlier good to call in order sometimes long line

    (4)

  • Waiza D.

    Found this place from YELP! Went here cause I was craving for Korean bbq! Wrong move we should have just went next door , instead of coming here! My husband was saying there was some flies when we were waiting for our food ! Then I was surprised because I ordered the #1 GINA , and #4 for my husband . I was a little surprised after like 5 minutes it was ready? You can tell they just hit it up , specially the chicken . It wasn't fresh at all . Never coming back !

    (1)

  • Alvin T.

    Best long rice and seaweed I've had from any korean bbq, food was good and everything. I think I found a new favorite korean bbq to go to when I am craving some korean.

    (5)

  • Julianne C.

    Gina's a great place to go for some cheap Korean plate lunch/dinner. Their ever popular Gina's special comes with a generous heaping of kalbi, bbq chicken, bulgogi, spring rolls, & 4 sides to choose from. However due to popular demand, their prices have increased from $9.50 to $11.50, not as great of a deal as it used to be. The food was very typical Korean bbq fast food. The kalbi & chicken was flavorful but as with all Korean food, SALTY. Their kimchee seemed milder & less saucy compared to other Korean joints. The meat jun unfortunately just fell flat for me because the meat was rough & paper thin and it was covered with overcooked egg batter. As for the spring rolls, Hmmm, not so crispy...I'd place big bets that these were all pre-made prior to rush hours. Although it's usually very crowded during rush hours at lunch/dinner, don't let the line scare you because the service is quick & efficient. It also helps that a lot of people are opting to take out. They get in, get their food, and get out. Despite the average food, Gina's a great place to go to in this neighborhood for some quick, cheap, comfort food - oily, fatty Korean BBQ!!!

    (3)

  • Cat P.

    Tried this place out last night for dinner with some friends who raved about this place, and I thought it was okay. I have to say the portions are super generous and you get a lot for what you're paying. I ordered Gina's Special for about $11, and it came with a huge tray of rice, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, and kalbi short ribs. It also came with my choice of 4 sides, so I chose radish, kim chee, some greens, and mac salad. I also ordered fried mandoo on the side for about $7, which was decent...it came with quite a few pieces of mandoo too. I think the best part about this place is the portions, as well as the mom/pop feel of the restaurant. The workers yelled a lot across the small restaurant when handing out orders, which was a bit embarrassing but I guess it was funny. They are really sweet people, so I couldn't help but just smile when they yelled across to us asking if we wanted our kalbi cut, or if we needed extra hot sauce/shoyu. I'm sort of torn about this place because I appreciated the large portions of food but I just wasn't impressed with the quality. I suppose if I was around the area and was super hungry for some quick Korean BBQ, I may return in the future, but it's not a place that I would crave and drive a distance to come to. Really great service though and the workers are really sweet! They also take credit cards (Visa/Mastercard)...yay!!!

    (3)

  • T. L.

    NEVER AGAIN! First, service is a non-issue as it is well known that it is sorely absent in many Asian eateries. So, they must excel on the quality of their food to make customers return. The first time, I ordered bi bim bap, which is one of my Korean restaurant favorites. it was the worst bi bim bap ever. The toppings were tasteless! Nuff said. I normally would have not returned but I was with someone who wanted to try this place. I decided to give them a second try. I ordered a mandoo plate and it was the worst I have ever had. It was hard and chewy, like leather. Obviously, they do not use high-quality wrappers. The sides . . . overcooked, mushy macaroni in the mac salad and the kim chee was so-so. None of the other sides looked interesting. Two strikes - you're OUT!

    (1)

  • Jill K.

    Do yourself a favor: Grab a Gina's Special and these sides: Mac Salad, bean sprouts, cabbage and kimchee. Now nosh away happily...for dinner and lunch. The portions are massive and one Gina's special can easily feed one person for two meals. The food is excellent and it's always reliable. Call ahead if you don't want to wait, but this place is always busy with locals, so it's fun to just sit outside and wait for your order.

    (5)

  • Jasmine L.

    I have never been disappointed by Gina's. They can get pretty crowded and busy right around the usual lunch or dinner time, so it might be better to call in if you can. But other than that, the meat jun is my favorite! I've also always had good service from the people that work there. Whenever I've ordered family packs or other platters, they are so careful in their packaging. Never once have they just tossed the plate at me even when they were busy. So you know they take good care when making and serving their food!

    (5)

  • Ryan B.

    This is one of my favorite Korean bbq on the island the Ginas special is amazing 2 Kalbi 2 bbq chicken 2 beef 2 spring rolls 3 scoops of rice 4 choices of sides only $11.50! Crazy Ono!!!

    (5)

  • Cindy P.

    A family run business. Gina's is my go to supply for korean food. They have plate lunches and it comes with three side dishes (your usual korean side dishes) their food is so flavorful and it has a hind of a barbecue smoked flavor! Located in market city (the one with foodland) and it's next to Toritos!

    (5)

  • Aly A.

    Great food and the sides are the best! There is enough food in one meal to feed 2-3 people for sure!

    (5)

  • Anthony W.

    Growing up with a Korean grandma truly helps me configure if Korean restaurants are legitimate in taste. So on that note I must say, Gina's BBQ is probably as close as it will get to Korean home cooking with g-ma! As a first timer I came around 8pm at night, so I saw a lot of the "late night" dinner take outs. Place is small but very busy. Ordered the Gina Special which came out to 12$. Choke food on the plate you can barely finish or not finish at all and save for later. The staff is very friendly and helpful, so indeed I felt like I was eating back home. I have found my go to spot for Korean dishes and meat after a long search :) Couldn't be any happier!

    (5)

  • Kevin S.

    Craving korean? Gina's is the spot! Recently tried their sweet and sour tempura and found my new favorite thing to order here!

    (5)

  • Isaiah J.

    Mac salad tasted weird. It wasn't old or anything, I think it was over cooked and wrong seasons used.. I also had fried fish, and it was way too greasy which says a lot coming from me..

    (2)

  • Rho L.

    Wow. This place was certainly a diamond in the rough. Total hidden gem. We wanted something inexpensive without sacrificing both quality and quantity. Tall order, I know. We found Gina's through yelp and decided to give it a go since it had such great reviews. When you first walk in, you'll notice instantly how cramped it is-- cramped and old, very rundown. I surely wasn't expecting much. Behind the counter were two older korean ladies, super friendly but totally sassy. We ordered two family type deals which had the bbq beef, kalbi, chicken, meat jun. And because we didn't think it would be enough, we also added chicken katsu, all totaling about $49. They unfortunately had no more noodles which is what we were looking forward to. So when we got our food. MAN. Was that a lot of food! Two styro containers (we asked for to go but ended up eating there) were seriously jam packed, overflowing with meat. And the katsu plate was huge, as was the servings of rice and sides. Everything we ate was seasoned pretty well, moist. Just delicious, even the meat jun was decent and I wasn't expecting to like that at all. It Oh and the katsu. Nom!! Also, those ladies were a total crack up. They literally handfed one lucky dude in our group. We all loved how bold and unfiltered they were. Well, loved may not be the correct term... They also kept giving us rice and sides, and were helpful with everything we asked them. It was also apparent that they were quite comfortable with the local folk.. They seem to have a lot of regulars. Really great dining experience paired with nominal prices. I'm pretty sure we'll be back here on our next trip back to HI.

    (4)

  • Joj o.

    I tried Gina's for the first time today. I've seen it many times, as I frequent the Foodland at Market City. I went in and ordered my favorite combo at any k-BBQ place: Kalbi and meat jun. They were in the process of preparing a huge catering order (all tables but one were filled with trays and boxes), but still took my order and had it out really fast. Almost too fast. I swear they could've pulled my portion out from one of the trays they were preparing. I wasn't too impressed by the side selection, and they didn't have kimchi cucumber today (my favorite). But it could just be that they didn't have as much out due to the order they were processing. The Kalbi was marinated and cooked well. Very tasty. Meat jun was near perfect with fluffy eggs and a huge piece of beef. The sides were just ok. Mac salad was kind of bland. My combo came with two spring rolls which were served cold, and I didn't enjoy them. Kimchi was ok and cabbage had too much sesame oil. I think I may still come back here sometime, if only to try the spicy pork. And hopefully the sides are a bit better then.

    (3)

  • Sofia M.

    One of the best korean food in Honolulu. Super cheat, great portion, and awesome food! Iran what can you ask for??? I usually get the ginas special when I am with my boyfriend because it's so big that I can't finish it by myself. I wish they'd have more tables THO because it's usually packed so you can't really eat in.. OH and I also noticed that the taste of the kimchi has changed. It has a more powdery mixture.. I like the old one better but it's still ok. Other than that, it's a great plce

    (5)

  • Kim N.

    Good food with a cheap price! If you don't know what to get order the Gina special. It has beef, chicken, short ribs with 4 sides and plenty of white rice. Me and the hubby shared a plate it was just the right about to be content. ( we love to eat and are pleasantly plump) It isn't a really clean or fancy place kinda like eating street type food in Asian.

    (4)

  • Matt G.

    Well last night was 1st time here and not the last Very nice ladies/great food!! Can't go wrong- make sure you know what number you want as 52 choices

    (5)

  • David T.

    Their Kalbi is very thin, very dry and tough. Looks like they use very low quality beef. The Bulgogi and barbecue chicken was ok. The take out box was very light so I thought they forgot the rice - but no, there was a thin layer of rice on the bottom. Methinks it was not worth the $11.50 cost for the special,

    (2)

  • Mahina C.

    Gina's is nostalgia for me. I remember coming here during my moke days of when I thought surfing was my calling and obviously that failed, but none the less Gina's always hit the spot for good portions for delicious food at an affordable price. Although parking is a huge pain, I would always recommend coming to this place if you're looking for a bang for your buck. They offer a huge assortment of BBQ and added bonus that they serve brown rice! (yay me!!) They do combo's as well so depending what you get they'll price you accordingly. I don't recommend eating there because there's just about 10-12 seats so ideally you should just pick up, take out. Always good on the run, to go anywhere and since the portions are huge you can set yourself up for lunch the next day! So if you're in the area, or not even in the area and craving American Korean BBQ, take the drive!

    (4)

  • Daniel P.

    BIG portions! A family run korean bbq restaurant. Great selections on food choice. If u havent tried this place before, i would recommened that "ginas plate" it come packed with teri beef, bbq chicken, kalbe, rice, and 4 choices of sides! Cant go wrong with that. The prices are pretty reasonable too!

    (5)

  • Amber G.

    This place is so good!! The portions are huge. Must share!! The Gina's special is amazing. 3 meats, 3 spring rolls, 3 scoops of rice and 4 sides! For $11.50!! What?!?! How can you beat that? They remember you after only a few visits. Love the family style place. This is our go to spot always!

    (5)

  • Trish P.

    i remember long ago trying Gina's, and not being too impressed at the time. fast forward to now, and the difference shows.... i'm not sure if Gina's has changed since then, or if i have, but whatever has changed has done so for the better! ordered a tray of meat jun and a tray of chicken katsu from them for a party. i tipped them about 15% (before anyone scoffs, the proper protocol is to tip on take-out.... filling a take-out order takes work. here is a good article about it: chow.com/food-news/55584… ) i guess b/c i had tipped them, all the ladies were really grateful, so much in fact that they gave me a small container of chop chae! they really didn't have to do anything extra for me, but they did. that is good service! the meat jun and chicken katsu were tasty too. oh, and so was the chop chae :) also, also they have really reasonable prices... i had priced around to several places, and theirs was probably the most reasonable in my area. also, also, also... they have convenient family packs that come with plenty food, so if you're looking to feed your family, grab your food from Gina's!

    (5)

  • Jeannie G.

    Come here for late night drive-byes. Definitely take-out food unless you like eating in a Chinese food restaurant environment bc I don't. Smells a little funny in there. However, the food was quick, in & out. The mini family pack fed 4 of us with no problem. Kimchee, green veg, bean sprouts were great side choices. Skip the Mac salad-yack! Yes to the kalbi!

    (4)

  • Jon L.

    In Hawaii, there are two main types of barbecue lunch plate places. There are the ones that serve Hawaiian barbecue which is the fare that you may know from the L&L Hawaiian Barbecue chain. Those plates consist of barbecue meats, rice and macaroni salad. And then there are Korean barbecue plate lunches. The format is pretty much the same though there are a few meat items that are different and plates come with a selection of banchan (side dishes) in addition to the rice. I haven't seen Korean barbecue plates outside of Hawaii. Not even in the many Korean owned teriyaki places in the Seattle area. One of the most well known Korean barbecue places is Gina's at Market City Shopping Center. Though it is the closest one to my house, for some reason we would get Korean barbecue instead at Ono Korean BBQ at Kaimuki Shopping Center which has since closed down. I decided to get my Korean barbecue fix and headed over to Gina's. Prices have risen over the years, but Korean barbecue is still a ridiculously good deal for the portions you get. I decided to get a two item combo plate. Went with the meat jun and BBQ chicken ($9.25). After paying, they ask you which banchan items you want. You can pick four and then they send it to the back so they can add the cooked meat items. I decided to go with seaweed, daikon kim chee, macaroni salad and taegu which is a Korean codfish dish. The plate proved once again my preference for Korean barbecue over Hawaiian barbecue. Both are great, but I like Korean barbecue since it has some veggies whereas the Hawaiian plates is pretty much all carbs and meat. Both of the meat dishes were very good. For those unfamiliar, meat jun is essentially beef battered in egg. It is something unique to Hawaii and worth a try if you haven't had it before. Barbecue chicken was well marinated and much better than the version that I had at a Bellevue Hawaiian barbecue place several weeks back. As far as the banchan, the macaroni salad and the taegu were my favorites. The mac salad is creamy and well made. But the taegu wows. I like the spicy sweet sauce that they use to marinate the taegu. So good that I could eat this side alone with a bowl of rice. If you are looking for a plate lunch place with a Korean twist, Gina's is a great spot to go. They have been open for a long time and are a Kapahulu/Kaimuki institution.

    (4)

  • Ulises A.

    Best BBQ & Kalbi I've ever had:) I like how Gina & other employees offer you more free rice or sides if you Dine in. All Smiles & Good Times wether you dine in or take out. The pricing is perfect also for such fresh food:)

    (5)

  • Constance S.

    Loved it. It was busy, but well worth it!!! Fast service and really good! Definitely suggest the BBQ beef!!!

    (5)

  • Tyler B.

    Best Korean BBQ place on the island in my opinion. Went here for my first time today and the plate came with 3 different types of meat (kalbi, BBQ chicken, and a beef) four sides (I got cabbage, kimchi, corn, and Mac salad) and two small egg rolls all for $12. Not a bad deal if you ask me. I really enjoyed this place and I would love to go again. The venue is pretty small with about three tables and one bar section. The ladies that work the front desk are really nice and are on it whether you're eating in, taking out, or calling in an order. I would definitely like to try their other plates that they offer because they look just as good as the Gina's special and they actually are cheaper than the pricey special. Definitely will be back. I believe there are two locations and I went to the kapahulu location which is near foodland.

    (5)

  • Dionne A.

    I have been eating at Gina's for half of my life and one thing is for sure in my world: she makes the best flavored kal bi, cabbage, choi sum & tae gu! Neither of those are overly salty and the tae gu is just a touch spicy. The choi sum is always perfectly seasoned, not soggy or underdone. Once in awhile though the cabbage is a bit on the salty side. The mandoo is excellent, we all love the wrapping and flavor A LOT. The Mini Family Pack is a great bargain for my 3 kiddos and I, leftovers for lunch if we don't have a guest earing with us. We always order with no rice to get that extra veggie. I am all for kal bi but not a meat jun or teri beef eater but the kiddos are so this Pack is perfect for us. And with 5 veggie choices, we can all have our fave one(s). It helps to live in the area within walking distance. The negative reviews puzzle me since I personally have not had any issues with Gina's. The eating space is not ideal for me, it's shoulder to shoulder and hard to maneuver through but no issue since we always do takeout. The space can be cluttered but it's pretty clean.

    (4)

  • Jason B.

    this is fast food korean. i LOVED the concept but you get what you would think fast food korean would taste like - everything from the protein to the banchan (side dishes). they are good if you have quick cravings but have limited expectations. its all good but nothing like a true sit down place where it might be more expensive. locals love this place though

    (3)

  • Bert S.

    I would give 4.5 if allowed but will default to 5. Solid local style Korean food. 1. Nice and friendly ladies behind the counter. This is way too rare in a lot of small Korean places. They had friendly interaction with a lot of regulars. 2. Lot of vegetables. I had the vinegar wakame, bean sprouts, daikon kimchi and choy sum (or whatever the greens were). Much bigger than Yummy. 3. The rice was good and cooked correctly. They are spending a little extra for good rice instead of the cheap stuff you find at Yummy and L&L. 4. Since I was eating in, they asked if I wanted the the Kalbi and chicken cut up. Made life easier. 5. I got there at 6:15PM on a Saturday and after we sat down, the place was packed. There are two small things I didn't like but I'll still be back. First was too much char on the chicken. Second was the meat jun. I still like Yummy's better. I'm positive Yummy puts dashi in their jun coating making it taste better. Also, the meat was cut shabu shabu paper thin and not Korean BBQ thin. The jun egg coating was good though. I'll be doing my Korean takeout here instead of Yummy and Mama Woo's.

    (5)

  • kristine f.

    As you can tell by the reviews, Gina knows how to do Korean! I love her BBQ Chicken and Meat Jun. I am very particular about my meat jun. I like thinner slices of meat without a lot griselle and fat. I also like that it has flavor and does not fill my mouth with a ton of nasty oil flavors in my mouth and Gina's know just how to get me all of that in every slice is Meat Jun. Their portions are generous and the prices are fair. I also love their Jap Chae. Mmmmm! Some places don't put as much veggies as they do. :) I'll be catering a few pans of Meat Jun and Jap Chae for upcoming Christmas parties. Oots oots. Well all this thinking about Korean food has me drooling, better hit the gym so I can devour some Gina's yummy food.

    (4)

  • Christine H.

    The parking is horrible but if you're looking for quick and easy Korean BBQ Gina's is the place to go. My husband and I ordered for pick up. I ordered the Gina special, it came with a little bit of everything and my husband got the meat jun. The price is very reasonable and the portions are fairly big!

    (4)

  • Yee Ting W.

    I grew up loving takeout korean bbq food and it's all because of GINA's located in Kapahulu of Market City! When my parents are lazy to cook we would always pick up plates from here when I was a kid...They are still around for a reason and that's because of their generous portion sizes, reasonable prices and darn good comfort korean food! Get their Gina's special because you can't go wrong with that!

    (4)

  • Katie T.

    Best Korean plate lunch! Awesome portions and ~ plus Gina is super nice and always remembers us when we pick up~

    (5)

  • Kalani A.

    Their food is always amazing! Meat Jun is Soo good! Everyone is so nice there. It's like family! Cheap and a lot of food. Vegetables is amazing! I don't like to eat vegetables, but ginas vegetables are to die for. It gets real crowded during business hours. Overall I highly recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Wendy C.

    Okay so they have pretty decent (but not anywhere near the best like they advertise) food, in large portions, for a good price. But what's the point when the service is atrocious? It was my first time here, and the lady in the front (whom I'm guessing is Gina) was smacking on gum and without so much of a smile, asked me what I wanted. I proceeded to tell her I wanted a Kalbi plate, when I noticed the other lady in front of me got a Gina's Special that looked like a lot more food, for a better price. So I told the counter lady, that I changed my mind and wanted the Gina's Special. The lady actually SCOFFED at me, and seemed visibly annoyed that she had to go through alllllll that trouble to cross out the "kalbi-plate" that she had wrote in order to re-write "Gina's Special." lol. Then when she asked for my card, she yanked it out of my hand, swiped it on the machine, and rather than handing it to me, or just placing it on the table in front of me, she just threw it at me! Wow, and she calls herself a proud owner? It's really hard to support a business like this no matter how cheap or good the food is. I am never coming back.

    (1)

  • Chase Y.

    If you like burnt BBQ Chicken. Come on down to Ginas!!!!!

    (2)

  • Lina T.

    Best Korean take out place I've been to. Their prices are cheap considering how big their portions are. The food is good and service is very quick. I order the Hot Seasoned Ika. Comes with rice, the hot seasoned ika and 4 choices of sides. The sauce is delicious if you mix it with the rice. Yum. If you're very hungry, get the Gina's special. It's a huge plate and fit for a big guy. Or girl :P

    (5)

  • Kanani C.

    Super delicious Korean food, so yummy with just the right mix of spice, sweet, and savory. Good plate lunch spot!!

    (4)

  • Tom S.

    I ordered a pan of chicken katsu and expected to pay ~$35 after tax as it was advertised at $32 on their website. Instead I was charged $41.36. Ridiculous...I didnt say anything as I wasn't 100% sure about the price until I checked online. The thing is the receipt doesn't even have chicken katsu on it, but has spicy pork and squash jun on it. never really had any good experience here, but this does it for me, and I will never come here again. Not sure of the reason they had for ripping off a young poor college student, but yea lesson learned I guess. Check your receipts folks! These koreans are crafty and conniving.

    (1)

  • T J L.

    Ordered take out last night. The food was just AWFUL! You had a hard time eating it as there was no taste, similar to eating cardboard. There was no effort to make the dishes palatable, I was brought up by a Korean Grandma and I know their food. Save your money. The only consolable fact was nowhere did they mention Korean in their signs. Their special plate looked humongous because it was stacked high with rice. The food sdid not look like the photos.

    (1)

  • Alyson Y.

    You might come to Gina's because it's cheap food and tasted decent. You might come to Gina's because it's conveniently located in Market City Shopping Center. Whatever your reason for coming to Gina's - it's not a good enough reason. One look at their back kitchen door and you'll see why no one should ever eat here. Sometimes they prop their back kitchen door open (which you can see into if you ever go to the bathroom in the shopping center). They have poor ventilation in there and have to open the back kitchen door to air it out. They chop food on an overturned bucket, while sitting on the floor. They put the cutting boards on the floor and pick it up to use it again. They have gloves on while sitting on the floor and then touch the ground and the food again. It's unsanitary and I cannot believe the Health Department has let it go on as long as it has. Once I saw that, I never went back to Gina's. I once saw a customer witness what went on in the kitchen and go in the shop to complain and cancel their order and an employee just shut the back door. Since then, i don't see it open as often. But, head back there some time and get a look for yourself. It's just not worth it.

    (1)

  • Renee C.

    Came here on the recommendation of a coworker who says this is the best Korean BBQ on the island. If this is true, I will probably have to satisfy my cravings back home in San Francisco. I got the special which included kalbi, bulgolgi, bbq chicken, egg rolls, rice, and my choice of four sides. The portions were HUGE, and a great deal at $12 for what easily makes at least two meals. Unfortunately the only meat portion that tasted good was the kalbi - everything else was overdone and tough, like leftovers that have been reheated too many times. The sides I chose (jap chae, bean sprouts, seasoned greens, and cuttlefish) were delicious and went well with the kalbi. Good value, but nothing worth making a special trip for.

    (3)

  • Tracey M.

    The place to go if you're hungry and looking to stuff your face with some good food!! I admit it's probably not "the best" korean food out there, but its value makes me a fan. The quality and flavor is better than Yummy's at least! :p One plate comes with 4 choice of sides (my favorite being chopchae!) and never do they ever skimp on the food here! One plate can feed two hungry people :) Two meals for the price of one? If you're a poor college student like me then this place is a must haha!

    (4)

  • Steven U.

    Definitely a good place for a Korean plate lunch. They have a pretty good selection of items and they make it while you wait. The side dish selection is good too.....it is displayed in a glass case and you get to pick four choices! The place is not super clean, but clean enough......and it is a pretty small place inside, but the do have a couple of tables for eating there. The ladies behind the counter don't look like people you want to tell jokes to...if you know what I mean....they are pretty much all business.....but you can tell they are very efficient. I decided to go with the fish jun and the kalbi. I got the cabbage kim chee, glass noodles, bean sprouts, and pickled kim chee radish as my sides. When I got home and opened my container.....it was so heavy...and it was stuffed...there was even a little egg roll in there! It took me two meals to finish all the food....there was a lot! The fish and the kalbi were good, but the amount of sides they give you is crazy. I liked the sides a lot, but I still had a little left over when I finished my meal...that's how much there was. Everything was flavorful and had a good taste to it. I will definitely come back here and probably try something else....but I will go when I am really hungry!

    (4)

  • Li Z.

    I find it hard to hate anything while in Honolulu... I mean Hawaii where it's actually surf and turf. Every time I am in the neighbourhood, Gina's BBQ is a MUST stop. It's pretty nondescript, non-touristy... to be honest, don't even plan on eating in but the food is fantastic and the portions are gigantic! A Gina's special for just under $10 can feed 2 adults and a small child. You get kalbi, bulgogi and chicken - the chicken is my all time favourite. There is something in that marinade that is salty, sweet and everything flavourful. All the meats have a slight smokey flavour through the BBQ. It also comes with a rice, 3 sides and spring rolls. Spring rolls, eat right away (in the car, on the walk or whatever... it's only tasty when it's fresh and crispy). You can also skip the rice and get an extra side too. Now back in Toronto, dreaming about slightly charred chicken.

    (4)

  • Alice A.

    Awesome food and huge combo plate. I always call and order ahead. Otherwise, there will be a long wait. One meal is equivalent to two meals for a normal person. Be prepared to eat.

    (4)

  • Resi K.

    Fast and friendly and very economical for the amount of food you get. We usually get the mixed platter. I especially like the veggies. It gets busy at dinner time. Best to call order in if its take out.

    (5)

  • Esperanza R.

    Looking for a good BBQ place we came across Ginas, right around the corner from L&L Hawaiian BBQ. Ginas is a Korean BBQ place, we ordered the Family meal and it was more than enough for 3 adults and 1 child. choosing the side dishes was not easy because the lady serving did not understand english very well and I had no idea what some of the side dishes were. When I tried asking what one dish was she assumed I wanted it and served it to me. Not a bad thing as all the sides were good, but I would have liked to know what I was getting beforehand. The only down side is that seating inside is limited and crowded..

    (4)

  • Daven A.

    Gina's has the best Korean BBQ on the island. The portions are awesome and for a very fair price. The people that work there are the nicest people and make you feel like family. One of my favorite places to eat. If you don't know what to order then get the chicken katsu. Never fails to satisfy.

    (5)

  • Stogie S.

    Had called them first thing in the morning to order 3 trays of food and rice for p/u time later on that day . The lady who answered stated that each pan were 15-3/4 by 11-1/4 for 35 bucks. Went to pick up the order and to my surprise, the pans weren't the size that was also agreed upon by phone. Size of pans were 12x9. Also, knew something was fishy because one of the lady's was trying to offer a tray of Kim chee that i never had ordered maybe to compensate for the wrong pan sizes. Anyway's decided to return the entire order of food for a refund. Will never order and eat at this establishment any more. Buyers beware!!!

    (1)

  • Ann P.

    Maybe we came on an off day but this place wasn't tasty at all. Value-wise, yes - that's pretty much the only redeeming factor plus the variety of sides. Ordered the Gina's special for $12, which came with: three different meats (galbi, bulgogi-like meat, and grilled chicken), four sides, and rice. Pros: - good amount of food for the money - sides were passable, 3.5/5. Favorite was kimchi and boiled greens - grilled chicken was good Cons: - our meat came out COLD. Seriously cold. We had to wait 10 mins and our food still came out cold? WTF - meats were tasteless Verdict: Wouldn't come back.

    (2)

  • Dusten U.

    Probably the best Korean BBQ take out in Oahu! The place is very small and looks a little dirty but the food is very good! I ordered the spicy chicken which come with rice and 4 choices of sides so I got bean sprouts 2x, tegu, and Kim chee. All were excellent! The spicy chicken was very good not that spicy but moist and full of flavor! The portion was very big for the price I paid! Definitely going back again to try the spicy pork!

    (4)

  • Judy C.

    Never Never Again!! Such bad service, rude-ness, major favortism. They don't deserve my business! Checked out Soon's BBQ for my Korean fix- way way better! ( boy am I missing out- my new replacement, thank u Ginas for such bad experience) & will check out Yoon Sy, prolly get better service there. Hi, Yelpers! If you feel that Gina's is going down-hill & experience bad service, please please go elsewhere, they don't deserve our business!! our hard earned $$!!

    (1)

  • Ryan B.

    Gina's special! Totally worth it. Basically three-four meals in one. They pack on the meat jun, kalbi, korean chicken, and the beef. It comes with four heaping sides and a load of rice. The container barely stays closed sometimes! Definitely one of my favorite places to get korean food when i'm on a budget.

    (4)

  • Helen M.

    Wowza, Gina's Special has a ton of food. What else is there to add that hasn't already been said? This place is totally recommended for cheap eats, especially for the college students out there that need to stretch that dollar because it so darn close to UH. The meats (kalbi, chicken, beef) are all pretty good - juicy and flavorful. Her sides are consistent. I usually pick taegu, japchae, bean sprouts, and seaweed. The only thing is that I typically give those two bite size pieces of spring rolls away to my friends - they're just okay and nothing special. I don't expect this place to be fancy or over-the-top, but customer service is pretty darn good. I have never not seen the owner there, Gina, and she's typically taking orders and running around. She also offers my friend extra rice if they finish their plates (obviously not me because I'm never going to finish that Gina's Special by tiny self). I also like their small family pack and catering options as both are also super affordable.

    (4)

  • Ashley W.

    SOOOO GOOOD they have huge portions for relatively cheap!!! It gets a bit busy around dinner time but the wait is so worth it! The special of the day gets 3 scoops of rate and 4 sides! Everyone is really nice and helpful as well

    (5)

  • Eurina K.

    Don't want to cook today? No problem~! Get Gina's BBQ plate... I love Gina's BBQ meats (Kalbi and Spicy Chicken) and large portion of Banchan (side vegi). I usually eat 2 meals from one plate, and I know my stomach is happy. They may not serve you with fancy plate setting, but soon you'll learn to enjoy their foods and know how to squeeze around at the counter to pick your favorite vegi for your plate.... :)

    (4)

  • Ariana L.

    Never again. Just for the record I love Gina's food. Their meat jun is amazing and their ban-chan is great too. But their service is pretty damn horrible. First negative experience: When I first started going there they would charge me an extra $0.50 when I would try to use my card. Ok, no big deal, it's only $0.50 and I understand some places do that. But 1) it's not posted 2) you don't do it to anyone else 3) it seemed she only did it when she felt like it 4)WHEN ONLY ONE WORKER THERE DOES IT, I KNOW YOU'RE TRYING TO JIP ME. Second negative experience: For some reason, I bring the unhappy out of these people. They're all happy when talking to customers right in front of me, and then when they see me it's like they've seen death. Is my smile not good enough for you? Geezus, talk about feeling bad for wanting to buy your food. Now now, I know some people are going to say, well they're Korean so they can be quite tempermental. No. I am half Korean with a full Korean mother that immigrated from South Korea. I know Koreans and their attitudes. I know when a Korean don't like you. I'm also a human being that can decipher human emotions. Bad vibes. Period. So to end my rant, I would've loved to keep coming here, and I tried for a long time, but after today I have had it. I won't be made to feel bad when I'm trying to support your business.

    (1)

  • Thomas P.

    My go to place for Spicy Pork. Great staff, it's the same people every day, so they'll get to know you as you frequent their establishment. The Bul-Go-Gi is the "stewed" style (vs b-b-q), and they will tell you that if they know you are a new customer. The fried oysters are excellent, but they don't have tartar sauce. If you're having a party, their catering pans are a great deal, very generous portions. Everything on their catering menu is very well described, so you know how much you're getting, if not more than you expect. I often get their pans of vegetables. With four choices of sides per lunch plate, you'll wish you had a few extra adds, because they are all so good. Taegu, Chop Chae, and my favorites kim chee and kim chee daikon. Tables available in the store for dining in, but they are tight, but there is a self-serve water jug available with plastic cups, a nice addition when you eat their spicy, salty goodness. Definitely a great choice when you are looking for a quick korean food fix.

    (5)

  • Kimo S.

    We decided to try the Mini Family Pack which serves 2 people and let me say, that was SOOO much food. It was an amazing value and we had dinner for two nights for two people and lunch for one person. All for $20! It's hard not to do this deal. If you want a value, don't mind leftovers and are just feeding two people definitely get the Mini Family Pack. The kalbi was the real winner here, absolutely tender with get flavor to the meat, excellent BBQ burn marks with a fantastic sauce. The meat jun and BBQ chicken were just as great, the only dish I found to be good but not great was the bulgogi. Still, it was a fantastic value and you'll catch me popping in to do a take-out order quite frequently now.

    (4)

  • Paul D.

    Whenever you go to a korean restaurant, you have to expect korean food. When i come heret they have korean food. I think that this place is one of the bestkorean restaurants in the state. Well it's for sure in the top five. The food is good. The food is cheap. The food is just plain good. I mean great. Service would always be nice to me. So bye people. Srry for the bad grammar.

    (5)

  • izumi n.

    I used to love this place when I was at chaminade. Decided to pick up a plate of sides and was totally disappointed in the portions. When Gina gave me half a portion of chap chae I asked for more and then that became 2 portions! I had to pay $2.00 more for 1 more side. Ridiculous. Over $9 for a plate of sides.

    (3)

  • K C.

    Very disappointed with the meat jun plate. Meat jun was very dry and with no taste. For my sides, it was very inedible. Ordered double wakami, mac salad and sprouts. The wakami was not chewable at all. It was like chewing on a tire. Wakami turns hard like that when you dont soak it for the proper amount of time. The only thing that was good was the sprouts and mac salad, although the salad was bland, it was livable. Wrong type of sauce was given to me. They gave me some kind of vinegar sauce for the meat jun. I will NEVER order from them AGAIN.

    (1)

  • Michele K.

    I remember the first time I came here, it was amazing. When I came here for the second time, everything was still pretty good, but the meat was kind of dry. We came in a group of 3 and ordered the mini family pack. It's only $18.50 and although it says 2-3 people, you can definitely share it with more. You get kalbi, chicken, bulgogi, mandoo, meat jun, 4 sides, and lots of rice. I really like the seaweed side! The mini family pack is soooo worth it for the price you pay. It is soooo cheap!! Gina is so nice and friendly and the service here is great. They have 2 tables so you can dine in and eat your food right away! The parking lot gets a little crowded.

    (4)

  • Laurie L.

    Its New Years Eve and we just wanted to have a nice but simple dinner. We were at Market City because I had to pick something up at Foodland and decided to eat at Gina's. I had a shrimp katsu/mandoo combo plate. My husband had a BBQ chicken plate and my son had the Kau bi. My sides were long rice, taegu, kim chee and seaweed. There was so much food on my plate! Two shrimp katsu patties and five man doo. I ate one patty and two mandoo, half of my veggies and a little rice. I have just enough for my lunch tomorrow. My husband ate half of his plate and my son finished off his plate, he was really hungry. Good food at a food price.

    (5)

  • Sheena P.

    OMG I love this place! This review is long overdue but well deserved. I ALWAYS get the spicy pork plate and it's always perfect! Huge portions no matter what you order, service is good, location is pretty convenient, side dish options are awesome and catering prices and portions are a great bargain! Just writing this review has my mouth watering for their spicy pork plate lunch. Cooked so perfectly every time. You know what I mean? The pork is seasoned just right and cooked so perfectly that the fat is crispy and the meat is still tender it melts in your mouth! Combine that with their mac salad, potato salad, kim chee, and taegu? OMG! I think I'll head over right now for lunch lol When I leave Oahu my last meal will be from Gina's B-B-Q!!!! :-D

    (5)

  • Kimi F.

    Ordered the Gina's special 2 pieces of kalbi- nice and tasty 2 pieces of chicken- not so good, they pre cook it and it was dried out and tough to eat. I presume they just throw it on the grill to warm it before serving. 2 pieces of barbecue meat- this was soft but lacked flavor, to be honest it lacked color looked pale and unappealing. The sign says it comes with mandoo and squash juhn? However, it was replaced with 2 mini Chinese spring rolls. I thought I was here for Korean, why would I want spring rolls? Really? The sides were okay, but I noticed while waiting that they are more generous on the sides with people they know than with others. They lack customer service the both times I've been here. Yet, I don't think they care because they always seem busy, since it's the only Korean place within the vicinity. Making it convenient for most people who live in the area. The place is small, there are some tables to sit at. If you're doing take out, call your order in ahead of time. If not, be prepared to find a spot to wait in tight quarters. This for sure, will not be my number one go to place for fastfood Korean.

    (2)

  • Grace C.

    Gina's was on my list of places not to be missed, so we came here immediately on Day 2. The location itself is small, so don't bring a big party. We ordered our food to go to enjoy back in our hotel room overlooking the ocean. We ate: - meat jun - fish jun - chicken katsu The meat jun came highly recommended by my friend, but we were both more impressed by the fish jun. I love egg so fish fried with egg surrounding it was heaven. The chicken katsu tasted very crisp and fresh. Love it. Portions are huge (Gina herself asked us if we were sure we wanted to order this much), so it was good for an afternoon snack.

    (4)

  • Keoni G.

    Great food at a reasonable price. Everytime I go around closing time they always offer extra food so that's a plus!

    (5)

  • Brandon S.

    I've been hitting this place since I was in high school and the food has consistently been the same. Depending what you get it's either pretty good or pretty meh. The portions are huge but I think I'd prefer quality versus quantity. What sucks is that over the years the prices have steadily increased as well. I now pay nearly $10 for tofu soup there when I feel like I can head over to Cho Dang for some ballah $4.99 Soon Dobu! Parking is pretty ample here since it's at Market city but the place itself always gets crowded. Which means you need to expect to wait for your food if you don't call your order in. I don't know how some people eat here because there's not much room to do that unless you cram into their picnic like tables. You're better off doing take out. But it's a good place to order a cater take out if you need it. Otherwise, stick to the standard Korean stuff like BBQ chicken, BBQ been or meat Jun.

    (3)

  • Natalie P.

    The first time I tried this place was through catering at work for our monthly pauhana lunch. Gina's has a selection of food and I thought all of it was great especially the kalbi and chicken, so I decided to visit them for dinner....bad idea. This place is not good for sit-in dinners, as soon as we walked in I felt smooched by all the people waiting, the longer I was there the more stressed I got. The ladies working behind the counter were not too worried about customer service as much as they were about getting orders out. I don't care if I have to wait a little longer if it means my order will be right and I won't feel rushed. When my food was ready and the lady asked for my sides I followed with a question but her demeanor clearly said "hurry up"...yeah the prices were cheap but YoonCy's BBQ is about the same quality/price and the people there are much more calm..anyhow the only good thing about this place is the food...It was an extremely disappointing experience.

    (3)

  • Gayle C.

    Had not been here in over a year. Did a take out order family portion. Enough food from 4 to 6 people for about $40. Well worth the price. Everything was delicious with very generous portions. Not the most friendly but hey at these prices, not a priority! I'll be back..

    (4)

  • Tina N.

    Huge portions, tasty food, reasonable pricing! Stopped by cause I saw all the Yelp reviews. Mom/Pop shop with nice owener/cook. A lot of people walked in and ordered as we waited.

    (4)

  • Jeremy G.

    If you like a lot more food than what you get at similar restaurants then this is your place. Basically this is the family owned version of that OTHER Korean chain. (what's it called again Yukky BBQ? I don't remember ;P ) Been coming here for years for my catering size korean food needs. It's the same as the other places, just a little more local and a little more heart felt.

    (4)

  • Cassie P.

    If you find yourself telling someone "I'm so hungry my stomach is eating itself!!", then you go to Gina's. The plates are freaking huge!! And delicious. I love all of the sides here so much, most of the time I don't even care about the entree choice. Just load me up on some kim chee, cabbage, chop chae and mac salad, and I'm set!

    (5)

  • Dan O.

    Great neighbor place when you need to have your Korean food fix! My favorite is their barbeque chicken. Gina's is known for their big plate lunches, but I'm always satisified with their mini-bento.

    (4)

  • K C.

    Portions are pretty big & their food was great! Came here recently & noticed their prices went up. The food isn't that great now either. I see a lot of reviews about the service but for the times we came, the workers are always so friendly to us. Always asking if we want more food, water or need our meat to be chopped up lol.

    (3)

  • Kong T.

    I came here from a recommendation from a friend. If you're on a budget, this is the place to be. Their menu is extensive, but having to feed 5 people, I ordered the mini family pack. This is what I essentially got from $20. Kalbi - 3 pieces, 3 pieces of chicken, 3 pieces of BBQ beef, 5 pieces of Man doo, 5 pieces of Meat Jun, 5 scoops of rices and 4 choices of sides. They say this will feed 2-3 people. We ended up feeding 5 people with this meal. At $20, I don't think you can find a better deal anywhere else. In regards to taste, the Kalbi was done really well, the chicken and BBQ beef were a bit salty for me, but considering I didn't eat it with rice, it might have been just right with rice. The dining room was small, looks like most people come in and pickup to-go. It's self seating, so if a seat opens up, jump on it. I'd say you can seat about 10-15 people in there for a meal.

    (4)

  • Gavin D.

    Not terrible, but there are definitely better Korean plate options. I know the place is very popular, as there's usually a line (I've been there 3 or 4 times) -- but the food is just ok. I tend to think it's one of those places that is popular at least in part because the food is cheap and plentiful (they give large servings).

    (2)

  • Amy S.

    Came here after class for some food with friends. Once I saw where it was, I was temped to persuade everyone to go the Mexican place next door because I really like that place and it's been awhile. But, I want to try new things... so we went in. I've never really eaten Korean food before and I am a boring eater- so I got the chicken katsu. The workers def have personality-- but I am unafraid, I'm from Jersey! My friend explained the sides to me--- and I boringly just got corn and cabbage. The portions are huge, it's cheap and good! I grabbed a bite of the squash yun-- it was actually zucchini, and it was amazing-- i would go back just for that.

    (4)

  • Matt C.

    I usually come here to order a $32 meat jun pan for parties (no one complains about meat jun at parties) but I never ordered their plate lunches until tonight. I had a combo (katsu,meat jun, and mandoo) plate which costs about $10 which I thought was pricey. When I got my food I thought the money was worth it because they gave me A LOT of food.!It came with 2 scoop rice and 4 sides, the best side dish was the long rice noodles (Highly Recommended). I'm the kind of guy that finishes his food but tonight my streak has ended. I'll have the leftovers for lunch tomorrow which sounds like a good deal for a $10 plate. I'm a fan and I will be back here again. FYI you wanna try to get to know Gina because if you are at least a semi regular she will remember you and will hook you up from time to time.

    (4)

  • Ramfis B.

    When it comes to eating great Korean food with great service, Gina's BBQ fits that bill. The portion here are HUGE!! The Gina's Special i highly recommend. You get 2 pieces of Kalbi, 2 Pieces of BBQ Chicken, 2 pieces of BBQ Beef, with rice and some dumplings and your choice of 4 sides. The Taegu is a choice you have to make. It is so soft and has that nice and soft texture that i never had in eating Taegu before. Now there are a few things i have to point out, the BBQ Beef was just just ok in my opinion, but other than that, if you have an appetite for great Korean food, Gina's doesn't mess around. And what really took this place over the top for me is that Gina asked me if i wanted my meat cut. So she busted out her meat scissors and cut the Kalbi and BBQ Chicken for me which was very nice touch for a takeout Korean place. I was impressed, very impressed. I will definitelty be back for more.....

    (5)

  • Jayden L.

    I usually order the Gina's special which was a deal for $8.95 but now they raised the prices to $12 which is a little too much for what you get. True it is a lot of food but the meat is usually pretty dry. I still like their other plates such as the hamburger steak and spicy pork. I won't be getting the Gina's special anymore but that won't stop me from coming back.

    (3)

  • Katrina B.

    This place was decent. The food was good and the portions are huge. The restaurant is small though. The workers are very nice and I loved their beef!

    (3)

  • Ken G.

    Wow, a fantastic spot - tons of food for a low price. I had Gina's Special, which included two kinds of beef, grilled chicken and 4 side dishes...I was not disappointed. Everything tasted very good - the meat was tender and savory and the side dishes were very fresh. The place is very small and seating is limited, but if you are a patient and flexible person, this spot is great.

    (5)

  • Hana B.

    The lady here is RUDE and screams at you if you don't hear you order being called. Or if you just don't understand what she's saying, she'll repeat it by screaming at you. So keep your ears perked and pay attention. Listen for your order so you don't get yelled at! Luckily I observed first before ordering so I didn't get yelled at. Aside from that, the food is great and the portions are awesome! I had enough leftovers for home lunch the next day. If you're feeding your family it's also a good idea to go with the family pack because the portions are also big. 4 stars because food is good, the price/portion is awesome, but I feel bad for the customers who get yelled at.

    (4)

  • Kozmeaux D.

    Small Korean bbq joint with very limited seating. Looks to be primarily take out. I ordered the Gina's special...Korean short ribs, bbq beef, bbq chicken combo which comes with 4 sides. I also ordered the Korean fried dumplings, mandoo. Dumplings and bbq (bulgogi) were the weakest part of the meal. I have had much better. The short ribs and chicken were very good. Sides were also very good ...kimchee, sprouts, watercress, radish. Prices were reasonable... especially being near Waikiki. Portions were huge.

    (3)

  • Lempi M.

    My mother-in-law told me this place gives huge portions, so in I went and got the family mini platter for 20 bucks. - 3 kinds of meat, mandoo (pot stickers), 5 scoops of rice and four sides. A family joint, the staff didn't write anything down and got the order correct, despite beng quite busy. The place was packed with locals, and once you've eaten the food you know why. Delicious! The meal for "two or three" then fed 4 adults and two hungry children with leftovers to spare. Worth waiting for.

    (4)

  • Don K.

    The quality here has really gone down over the years. This used to be one of my favorite places to eat but the last few times I've eaten here I've been very disappointed. Everything tasted fishy.....the vegetables, the squash jun, the korean garlic chicken...... I literally had to throw away the full plate of food and go somewhere else to get dinner. I have never had to do this before. Sadly I will probably not return.

    (1)

  • B L.

    Excellent Korean joint to get affordable and genuine Korean food. Gina's BBQ has been in business for 24 years. The portions are very generous and I couldn't even finish my Gina's Special. The only thing I do not like is the Sweet and Sour Chicken. If you want to save money and have a very good meal, check this place out.

    (4)

  • Gspot H.

    I like the Combo Deals. Need a few more seats. Favorited by many local people in HAwaii. Gina's is a tradition for most travelers who come to Oahu a few times a year.

    (4)

  • Daniel C.

    I grew up eating here and I think they have the best Korean lunch plates in Oahu. Portions are very generous and everything on the menu is great. Service is personal because everyone there takes the time to get to know you as you dine there over time. Must try if you're a local or even if you're just visiting.

    (5)

  • Gabriel T.

    This is probably one of the best Korean BBQ places on the island. Everything on the menu is beastly good. The prices and portions of the food are good. The store is kinda small with just a few tables for dining in but it's good nonetheless. I remember catering out food out of this place and they had the food trays are ready and organized by the time we got there. It's conveniently located inside the Kaimuki shopping plaza area where Foodland, the Mexican restaurant, and Fun Factory is at. The parking in that area can sometimes be busy and full depending on what time in the day you come in. There is also parking in the back by Ben Franklins if anything. The customer service and staff are good. Yelp 365 Challenge #113/365

    (4)

  • Stephanie B.

    A tiny dive near King. Came here for dinner, and the place was packed. We squeezed onto two bar stools and enjoyed the BBQ beef and BBQ chicken. This was some of the most moist meat that I have ever had. We also had the cabbage (boring - have the kimchee), seaweed (delcious salty salad), radish (my hubby's favorite - tart and crunchy), daegu (my fav - and I don't even know what it is), long rice and watercress (love the greens). The ladies who work the counter did not really speak English, but a local helped with my order, for which I will be forever grateful. I left absolutely jammed with food, but a very happy camper. :)

    (4)

  • Haein P.

    Everyone has already stated the essential facts, but I believe this place deserves constant reiteration! THE FOOD: it's Korean food done local-style in plate-lunch form. Think of your favorite Korean-prepared meats (kalbi, bbq chicken, bulgogi, spicy pork/dwaeji bulgogi, meat jun, etc) and your favorite Korean side dishes (kimchee, japchae, shoyu potatoes, bean sprouts, daegu, etc) and imagine heaps and heaps of them in a to-go container all for under 10 dollars. Even the combo plates, which allow you to choose 2 or even up to 3 items, are still under 10 dollars. Personally, my favorites there are the meat jun, spicy pork,, spicy garlic or sweet & sour chicken. My favorite sides are the japchae (long rice), moo (pickled daikon), and taegu (spicy dried pollack) THE SERVICE: Dude, I love Gina and the whole fam. She's like an eemo (aunty) to me. She ran into me once at a pho restaurant, but I failed to notice her and she calls me "wollam-gooksoo" (korean word for PHO) as my permanent nickname now. Even when I call in for pick-up orders, she recognizes my voice and me speaking Korean and asks, "is this wollam gooksoo?" They treat me like a niece or granddaughter there and despite the fact that their portions are huge and I always have to take leftovers home, she scoops more rice and side dishes onto my place before wrapping it up for me. This place is a classic staple in Local Korean food for Hawaii & I'm pretty sure it'll always remain that way for years and years to come.

    (5)

  • Jayson N.

    Note to self.. I'm not in high school anymore.. Score card: gina's mini family pack 2, Jayson N and friend. 0

    (4)

  • Irene G.

    Hands down best korean bbq fast food/plate lunch place on the island. Large protion sizes and very reasonable prices. The have a good selection of veggies for sides and combo plates if you can't make up your mind. Located in the Market City shopping center near Foodland. Lots of parking and open late. Nothing bad to say about this place!

    (5)

  • J M.

    First time there...Love the amount of serving they give. Also their taegu and long rice was so yummy! The only downfall expericne my family and i had with them was when we ordered our food we had to wait almost 30 minutes! Mind you, the people who came in after us, got their plates before us. I had to approach the counter to let them know. They offered another free plate of veggies but i told them no thank you. I honestly don't know if we'd go back there again....

    (3)

  • Arthur S.

    Can't say i remember Gina's Barbeque all too well. I remember we came on a not too busy day and i happened to be in the area so we gave it a go. The setup is pretty average. The cashier/server took our order and filled our plates with two scoops of rice. We were then asked for 3-4 choices of sides. After this we waited for the main part of the meal to be prepared. A few GOOD THINGS: 1. The quality of the side looked great. Everything appeared fairly fresh. Although it seems that the typical Korean restaurants all serve the same sides, and i can't say that i remember anything that set GINAS apart from the others. 2. Size of servings: Pretty gracious size of servings including the main dish. 3. PRICING: The food served was nicely priced,especially for the helpful servings. There's combination plates or just single order plates so you can have a little variety. the one DOWNSIDE: 1. limited seating. I've noticed that Gina's can be packed sometimes and i didn't notice too much seating space when we arrived there. Getting take out can solve this problem, and i think most plates are served in takeout style containers anyways. To sum it up: I thought it was just OK. Maybe because its been a while since Ive been back to this place, but i found it to be pretty typical. Nothing flashy about the atmosphere, and since we had take out i didn't get to experience really great service.

    (3)

  • Addie L.

    There is a new family mini pack for $20 plus tax, includes rice, four choices of veggies, 3 pieces of kalbi, 3 pieces of chicken, mandoo, bbq beef, and meat jun. What a deal! It's meant for 2 to 3 people, probably good for 4 people.

    (4)

  • Neal P.

    I don't recommend this place if you want something delicious. Sure it's cheap, gets you full, hence why I did not give this place 1 star. The Meat Jun I ordered was flat, soggy, and tasteless. Ever heard of marinating your meat? Also, the sauce just doesn't add anything to the dish. It tastes like straight up vinegar. Sure this is my first review, but I just today made this account to write this review. I can't believe elites rated this place so high, it's quite disturbing to see this place rated just as good as better Korean bbqs out there.

    (2)

  • Lori I.

    I needed a Korean food fix, so I decided to give Gina's a try again. I ordered the spicy BBQ chicken plate. I normally would have ordered the meat jun, but after eating Ah-Lang Meat Jun, I can't order meat jun anywhere else.j Gina has gotten much nicer and she looks younger too. How the hell does she do that? Must be the secret red sauce. She was actually friendly and made small talk. I remember going to Gina's back in the 80's (yeah, when I was 2 years old) and she was always yelling to the people in the back...she was the original angry korean lady. SPICY BBQ CHICKEN (just under $9): Was not that spicy...and the chicken was a little bit dry. The other day I ate a better spicy bbq chicken at Ono Korean BBQ up the street (Kaimuki Times/Longs shopping center) and it was juicier and had more flavor. PORTION SIZE: Still huge. I couldn't finish the plate, so I get two meals out of it. Not bad $9 for two meals. SIDES (ban chan): I had the long rice and cabbage. Her taegu is supposed to be the best, so if you've never tried it, give it a try. MINI BENTO: these are great for field trips and/or beach outings and for under $5 they're a great price. There are so many other Korean food places that have popped up that I like to make my rounds...so I won't be back for a while...

    (3)

  • Rod U.

    Huge portions, extremely low prices, and good grinds have made this my favorite Korean plate lunch place in Hawaii for years. This is not the place to get authentic korean cuisine but rather for the customized version tuned to local taste to make the great meal known as the korean plate lunch. Their kalbi, bulgogi, and bbq chicken are all excellent. Never over marinated. Never burnt. The meat jun and fish jun are well seasoned and not excessively oily. The food is consistently good. Probably owing to the huge number of take out meals they do in a day (practice makes perfect right). The sides that you can choose from are staggering. All are fresh and all are good. This place gets crowded and parking sucks so plan ahead. Oh yeah, the plate lunches weigh about two pounds. No joke. Recommended.

    (4)

  • FRED A.

    Don't let the crowd and positive reviews here fool you. Ordered a barbecue chicken/meat jun combo today for takeout to bring back to my office for lunch. BBQ chicken was rubbery and meat jun barely any meat and egg was cardboard like, soggy mini spring rolls. The only thing that was decent was the chop chae. Luckily for the owner, I did not eat in because I surely would have let her and the people waiting in line know how "overrated" their food is. Definite "thumbs down"!

    (1)

  • Cheri L.

    The first time that my boyfriend introduced me to Gina's, we ordered the mini family pack. While it was a ton of food and very worth the price, the food itself was a bit... weak. Even my Gina's-loving boyfriend admitted that it was not their best day, and that the food seemed a bit cold and soggy. However: We gave it another shot last night, each just ordering a meat jun plate lunch ($7.50) to go, and they have officially redeemed themselves. The meat jun was great, especially with the hot sauce, the sides were all good, and the rice was well-cooked. This will definitely be one of my new cheap-and-easy take out destinations.

    (4)

  • Greg B.

    Gina's is worth every value that you can attach to it. I had the combo meal (the meat jun and katsu) and it was quite well done. The katsu was nearly all meat. The pick for vegetables was not as extensive but then again for a combo meal, you get four choices, and the plate is rather big. I even got two small egg rolls. The cashier even offered me additional samplings of the vegetables, which is absolutely amazing, and astonishing. The price is fair and it does get rather busy towards dinner time. I arrived there at 3 PM and it was lightly crowded. There is a limited seating area so I would recommend coming in the off hours or just do take out.

    (5)

  • Helen C.

    I just went to Camellia's last night and stuffed myself with the Korean BBQ buffet. My stomach was set for the week! But one of my friends was super craving Gina's today, and seeing as how it was her last day on the island, I couldn't tell her I'd pass. This is probably the best place to get Korean plate lunches. The kal-bi and long rice are my favorite. Gina's Special ($10) is the best assorted bang-for-your-buck. It's big enough to split between two people. If I'm eating alone, I go with the mini ($5)...and even the mini is generous. I thought I'd be sick of Korean food by the end of lunch, but you know what? I swear I left Gina's craving more.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    I won't embellish. Here's all you need to know about Gina's: PORTIONS ARE HUGANGOUS. - you'll get more than your fair share of the meat and then they'll pile on your choice of 4 Korean sides (panchan) for the regular plates. - you'll have enough food for at least 2 servings/sittings; but if you're local and ono for ono Korean, you'll be like me and eat it all in one sitting (eh, you's a fatty too!) PORTIONS ARE CHEAP. - the prices have gotten a little higher since I first started eating here back in college (I just wrote "Kollege" ... I must be writing about "Corean" food), but it's to be expected with all the craziness that is the US economy. - the prices are less expensive when compared to places like Yummy, Grace's, Pearl's ... because Gina gives you tons for the price. PORTIONS ARE FRESH (mostly). - unlike some places where you end up getting food that's been sitting beneath a light, you'lll usually get freshly bbq'd or fried food. I say usually because there are some times that you'll get one piping hot bbq chicken with a luke-warm one -- my best guess about this is that one piece came from a cold-blooded chicken. - sometimes the fried mandoo that comes with most of the plates can be tough/dry/old because they aren't fried to order If you have been living under a rock and have never had Gina's, go for broke and try the Gina's Special (~$9)

    (4)

  • Kelly H.

    can i get the meat jun plate with no rice purrrease! YEUP, that's where it is at! If you ask for no rice, they will give you the option of another side dish (bombskieees)! I think Gina's has the best meat jun on the whole island!!! definitely better than Yummy's...yummy's is where i go if i don't feel like driving to Ginas. Yummy's will suffice, but Gina's is orgasmic!! The meat seems slightly thicker and the egg is better cooked and the sides are more legit than Yummy's. Favorite Sides: Choi Sum, Bean sprouts, potato, and taegu....nom nom nom! Other dishes: the mandooo is pretty legit...you can also order side meat jun if you don't want the entire meal Gah I wish there was a place in california that sells Meat Jun, I would be there all day errr day!

    (5)

  • Kim A.

    Junk that they don't offer the taegu as a free side because of the increase in price. Also, they don't offer kim chee cucumber which is my other favorite side. Other than that, if I'm hungering for Korean food, Gina's BBQ is at the top because I like quantity and quality (notice I put the quantity first). Their meat jun is SOO GOOOD! I also love oysters, so I order the meat jun & oyster combo. This regular order feeds me for lunch and my leftovers would be my dinner. That's two meals and I don't have to cook a thing. The portions are humongous and worth the price. I mean sure, the oysters were previously frozen, but it still tastes good. Meat, starch, vegetables, yum! Just need to add a few fruits and you're set for your daily pyramid intake. Service is nice, quick, and man, are they generous with the portions. I always leave this place happy knowing I'll be eating well for my next 2 meals. :)

    (4)

  • Jordan S.

    Easily the best Korean BBQ on the island. Good plate lunch style food every single time.

    (5)

  • Joy N.

    Gina's BBQ is where I grew up eating Korean food. They are located in Market City. I LOVE this place. The staff are always so welcoming and remember their regulars. Everything is priced very reasonably considering the portions they give. The kalbi here is good, along with the mandoo. The portions are large! When I ordered the kalbi/mandoo combo I think I only finished about half of it. My regular order is the mini BBQ chicken with beansprouts and cabbage (they have the best veggies!!). We also like to order their bi bim kook soo mild. It's so refreshing since its served cold. They do have great deals when it comes to ordering for a family or for parties. Just stop on in and you will see all the pictures on the wall for catering. The place is very small... You can eat there if you want but sometimes all the tables are taken. I usually call in my order and pick up. Gina's will always be one of my favorites for Korean food. =)

    (5)

  • Raych D.

    This place never disappoints! I have to admit that after moving to Oahu was only when I got into the Korean BBQ food love. Whenever I'm craving for Korean food and don't want a sit and dine in then I head over to Gina's for takeout, located right in the market place literally down the road from UH Manoa so you know all the college students cater to this place. Portions are ridiculously HUGE! She SLAM PACKS your plate with sides and main entree. I suggest trying the "meat jun", "BBQ chicken" and "kalbi" everything is cooked perfectly and they all have a lot of meat! The sides are also really yummy from the Taegu, sprouts, Kim chee, and egg tofu. The prices are also unbelievable with the portion she gives!

    (4)

  • Consuela P.

    A hole in the wall Korean restaurant with food portions that are absolutely plentiful! My first time here since our to-go Korean place had shut down a couple months back. The ladies running the place took a liking to baby Sage and kept on talking and entertaining him until we got our order of food. I ordered their spicy pork while DH ordered the hamburger steak plates. Their generous lunch plates portions could easily feed 2 people, and I had leftovers for lunch the next day. All their plates come with 3 scoops of rice and 4 heaping sides of your choice. This place may just become our to-go spot for Korean grinds. The only thing I don't like is the parking situation at this strip mall. Two sets of couples that came in after us were arguing really loud in the restaurant about it! 28 of 31 Yelp 31 Day Challenge

    (4)

  • Magic H.

    This was the most legit BBQ I've had in a long time. Happy to find it as a howlie visiting. There's a lady who's really mean when you pick your sides, which is the best part. So have what you want in mind when she asks, haha. It's really yummy, pretty affordable, and the place is packed with locals waiting. Definitely check it out.

    (5)

  • Huy H.

    place was pretty good! great price and the staff or owners who worked there were super cool. Gina's Special was what I got

    (4)

  • Ana L.

    I've been coming to Gina's for over 15yrs. This is my go to place for Korean Bbq. The prices can't be beat and the portion sizes are huge! Place is always busy so best to call in your order. Absolutely love the Kalbi Bbq chicken combo!

    (5)

  • Mark S.

    You get the most for your money at this popular Korean BBQ favorite. I always get the Gina's Special that comes with 2 Kalbi 2 BBQ chicken 2 BBQ beef 2 spring rolls 3 scoops rice and 4 choices of side veggies.

    (4)

  • Jason L.

    My favorite place for Korean bbq. The Gina's special is the best. $10 and the plate is huge! If I'm hungry I can finish the plate in one sitting. If not, lunch, he next day! The workers are the best. Maybe it's just me, but they can be funny (if it's not busy). And their veggies are always delicious.

    (5)

  • Kasey M.

    Gina's is easily the best of the under $10 Korean restaurants that I've been to. Once in a while I get to stop at the Market City location and I'm always happy. They semi recently added a combo option (2 choices for $9). I'm so glad cause before I was always torn about what to get. The portion sizes are huge. My husband and I will split a 2 choice combo plate and still have left overs for lunch the next day. For the combo you get two choices of mains, 4 sides (which they are super generous with) and 2 veg dumplings. We usually get the kalbi and meat jun combo. The kalbi is super yummy although some days it seems it hasn't soaked as long as others. When its on its delicious. Nicely caramelized and they'll cut it for you for easier eating. The meat Jun has the perfect layer of egg on it. The meat is well seasoned and just is yummy. The sauce is good too. I like pouring it on my rice too. I also like their chicken katsu, which isn't Korean but still yummy. The crust is nice is crispy and the katsu sauce is good. For sides, you can't beat the taegu and long rice. The kimchee is nice and spicy. The shoyu potatoes are hit and miss, sometimes really good, sometime the sauce doesn't soak in enough. My husband also likes the daikon and the cabbage. Overall super good value for you dollar.

    (4)

  • LA L.

    Went to Gina's BBQ back in late September ona trip to Hawaii with some friends. We were looking for cheap, local eats and came upon this place. The portions were amazing and the food was flavourful! I had the Gina's special for $9.95 which had 3 kinfs of meat, 4 sides and 3 scoops of rice. The service was kind and friendly. It was alo good that despite how busy Gina's was that day,, we didn;t have to wait long for our food. We went to Gina's twice on our 10 day trip because we liked it so much. I think if you're looking for a place to give you b bang for your buck, Gina's is definitely the place.

    (4)

  • Jay D.

    I have been trying to figure out what "taegu" is - since I've been getting a lot of blank stares. Even some korean friends were confused. I then learned via the interwebs that it is a common dish, but - only - in Hawaii - the side dish is called "taegu" otherwise it's called "Ojingeochae Bokkeum". Calling it taegu is fine with me. It's not even a root of sorts that I had thought, but it's squid prepared by stir fry with a spicy, chili pepper paste. Taegu is chewy and sweet stir fried dried squid strips. Even better.

    (5)

  • Traci H.

    I started going to Gina's back in the days of high school. Ok, just say that was a while ago. But it's always been good Korean food but it's sort of just ok with what else there is out there. It's a small take-out/restaurant (there are a few tables and chairs inside but it's not a table service type of restaurant nor is it very spacious. So if you're eating there, it's a little uncomfortable) in Market City Shopping center. The menu has gotten a lot more extensive over the years and looks like they serve all sorts of stuff now, including soups and all that. They won the Star Advertiser's People's Choice award for Korean food, so i had to give it a go again. And it was kind of just ok. The portions are very generous, that's for sure. so if you're hungry, great to get a lot of food for pretty good value. The chicken was kind of dry and tough. Didn't have that much flavor, but I had a lot of chicken to go around at least. And the portions of veggies she gives was huge! Had 4 veggie choices and those were quite good (chapchae was delicious). Maybe I went on an off day or the chicken had been sitting around but it was really kind of meh. Nothing terrible but really nothing spectacular. Worth a try and it's not too risky since it's still edible, but based on this experience, I don't know if I agree with the People's Choice award for Korean food. But am willing to give it another shot.

    (3)

  • Eric L.

    the people working there are RUDE, portions are alright but too rude also the kitchen and place itself is VERY DIRTY

    (1)

  • Desmond H.

    Cheap Korean BBQ! CLEANLINESS: 4/5 SERVICE: 4/5 FOOD: 4/5 + Family Pack So we came here due to a friends recommendation and we definitely came to the right place. Cheap Korean food? You can't go wrong. We had a group of 8 and ordered two family packs. It came with a variety of meet (bul-go-gi, kal-bi, etc.). There are also sides that you can choose from. The jap-chae was pretty good. We ate it family-style and they even gave us these plastic/glass plates to eat our food. That really made it feel like home. The owners are extremely nice and made small talk with our group. If I'm ever in Hawaii again and am craving cheap Korean food, Gina's would be my first choice.

    (4)

  • Kimmy A.

    First time here and i have to admit for the prices and how small of a place it is, the food is delicious. You get plenty of sides and their sauces on my sweet and our shrimp was great. I am coming back soon

    (5)

  • Chad Y.

    If you are in the mood for a Korean plate lunch, Gina's is the place to go. The food is consistently good and the service always quick. The portions are good sized and is enough for two normal eating people or one large appetite. The Gina's Special offers a good selection with chicken katsu, bbq chicken, kalbi, and bbq beef. That with the four vegetarian sides is hard to top! The menu also features a good large pan selection if you plan to have a party, but be sure to call and place an order in advance. The only downside for me is that they only have shoyu potatoes on Tuesdays and they often run out. Oh and another one...it is in Market City so parking can be a pain sometimes!

    (4)

  • Al D.

    This place is dirty and unremarkable. The food is bleh albeit you get lots of food. To Gina's credit I have yet to find a roach in my food. If you don't care about taste and just care about quantity, this is your place. But otherwise, try Mama Woo's or Ah Lang.

    (2)

  • Kelly G.

    3 of us shared a mini family pack. A little taste of everything: Meat jun, kalbi, BBQ chicken, BBQ beef, mandu with rice and 4 sides of your choice (we chose daegu, macaroni, seaweed, potato). Daegu is sauce covered fried squid. Macaroni wasn't that great. But everything was yum! Order out since theres basically no seating at the place.

    (4)

  • Emily T.

    Value Value Value!!! Gina's gives so much food for a great price, one plate can feed me for at least 2 meals! They give tons of rice and banchan with your plate. And besides your typical banchan choices (kim chee, bean sprouts, cabbage, seaweed, corn, mac salad, choi sum, long rice, etc etc etc), they also have taegu (which Yummy's type places don't typically give), and once in a while, some spicy chicken...meat as a side, awesome! Besides your typical Korean take out choices, some different items you can find at Gina's are the spicy BBQ chicken and fried oysters. Yum! I also love that you can make your own combo plates with the different meat choices. Sweet! They do get busy at peak hours, so best to call in your order if you can. It can get crazy busy inside, with a line for people ordering and people crowding around waiting to select their banchan or get their plates and go! And although Market City has ample parking, somehow the spaces seem small and it always seems crowded. If you want a ton of food for cheap, Gina's is the place!

    (4)

  • Randall S.

    Ok so this place has great food and is always a place to grab and go. You got to pick up, there just isn't seating there ( yes they have two or three tables but the place is too small to sit and eat)

    (5)

  • Norm D.

    Cheap and great place to get some ono Korean BBQ quickly. I've been coming here sporadically for years (more so when I used to dorm at UH and worked at the in-store branch in Foodland) and have always enjoyed this place for its tasty Korean BBQ. Portions are definitely generous of which you can practically feed 1 big eater, 2 medium eaters, or 3 dainty eaters who pick at their food. Gina and the whole family crew is what makes this place even more special. They are always helpful and friendly. Like everyone says in their reviews, parking can be tough but you might have better luck parking on the lower level by Ben Franklin Store. Although shops/restaurants have come and gone in Market City, I'm really glad that Gina's has stayed here to feed the hungry, especially for the budget-minded UH students.

    (4)

  • Cami O.

    I love the food, price, and portions! I hope they expand the dining area soon! it's not the best place to dine in at because there are only two 6-seater tables and a few seats at the counters. so I usually just do take out. if you do get the chance to eat there, there's complimentary water. the night I went, it was near closing time so it wasn't so busy. so she offered to serve us water! I like her; she's so nice :] so I gave her a nice tip! I couldn't finish my meal (rare occasion) so I asked for a take-out container. she ended up packing and bagging everything for me! would be awesome if they made soondubu! (unless it's called something else on the menu?) will always take a long drive out to Gina's!

    (4)

  • Gary N.

    This place is so cheap and it give so much food! One plate at Gina's BBQ is equal to two plates at Zippy's. It's that big, and it's about the same price! Three BBQ chicken plates and we were out in about 5 minutes. I have no idea how they cook the chicken so fast.

    (5)

  • Eric A.

    The katsu here was ranked high in a past HI Yelp thread, which is was brought me to this place. I've always been curious about Gina's, especially since I used to always go to Torito's Mexican Food next door. Today, it was busy and with the lack of seating, we sat along the corner in stride. This being a Korean-style eatery, I went ahead and tried the spicy bbq chicken plate special, which is: spicy chicken, another choice of meat entree, two scoops rice, squash jun, mandoo and 4 vegetable sides for $8.50. Chicken katsu was my obvious choice to fill the void and not long after I ordered, did the food came out. I'll have to admit, they give a lot here. A freaking lot! The spicy bbq chicken was good, cept a bit too sweet for me. It tasted like it was spiked it up with that sweet and spicy Thai sauce I dip my lumpia (deep-fried Filipino rolls) in. Though I'll give them credit for keeping the pieces moist and using good cuts of bird. The katsu was also good but not spectacular. Breading was crunchy, sure, but not heavily panko'ed, which is the way I like it. At least they make a decent dipping sauce, instead of the sh*t they try to pass off as tonkasu at L & L. It was similar, just a little thicker, heartier and a tad spicy. The sides that came with my meal (sprouts, mac salad and pickled seaweed) tasted no different than most of local Korean joints, except for Gina's taegu. It was horrible! The texture was hard and the taste was strong, like the dried cuttlefish you see packaged and sold at 7-11. I know that they're both technically the same thing but to soak chewy and dried cuttlefish, dip it in kim chee-style sauce and then try to pass it off as taegu? Hambala! Other sides that came with the meal was a slice of squash jun (which was a bit soggy/bland) and one piece of mandoo, which looked more like lumpia. No matter, it was nothing special anyway. In the end, I did like the majority of what I tried. Though I don't see myself returning here anytime soon. Toritos, sure, but not Gina's Bar-B-Q. 3 stars Gina's Bar-B-Q in Market City

    (3)

  • Michele L.

    Definitely quantity when coming over to Gina's. Always give such large portions of whatever you decide to order, as well as the sides! Kalbi is always tender, meat jun is tasty, and the fried mandoo are huge! Conveniently located in market city.

    (4)

  • Darren N.

    Getting there: This place is easy to get to and Market City has a decent amount of parking though it is always a busy area. Carpool if you can. Ambiance: This place, given the size, is really built more as a takeout joint. There are some tables inside that take up a lot of the area in front of the ordering counter but I'd suggest you just eat their food elsewhere. Lots of food traffic and it can get crowded in there as this place is pretty popular. Service: They are quick and efficient in getting your take out orders right. Never had a mistake yet. And you can order by phone. Food: It's obviously Korean takeout food so it can't be differentiated much from any other place. They have a small but good selection of veggies though I have seen a wider selection elsewhere that fit my tastes. As usual per these types of places, they give lots of veggies and rice and a decent amount of meat. They do have their own specials but I wouldn't say that separates them from the rest by much. Who to bring: People to help you carry the takeout orders to your car. How much to bring: Ten bucks per person is plenty. Verdict: I like Korean takeout food and their meat jun isn't overly stringy. Given the location and ease of ordering food from them they score a 4 for me. Final notes: Since it's a lot of food, I recommend dinner only.

    (4)

  • Brian A.

    Hearing so much about Gina's on Yelp it immediately went on my "To Try" list. So, when we had the chance after a good morning of hiking with Eric A. and Nicole K. we stopped by for a meal, hungry and a bit tired. It's located in a busy strip mall, but we were luckily able to find a parking space pretty quickly. The girlfriend and I shared a Gina's Special. It came with kal-bi, bbq chicken, bbq beef, mandoo, rice and four sides (which we chose kim chi, sprouts, taegu, and mac salad). For under $9 it was a lot of food. The two of us couldn't finish it. One of the cool things was the nice Korean lady offered to cut up all our meats and also gave us an extra plate to share without even asking her. The kal-bi ribs and bbq chicken were pretty good. The bbq beef was oddly soggy. Not sure what's up with that. The rest of the sides we had were also pretty tasty, except the taegu, which was exceptionally fishy. There isn't a lot of space to sit down and eat, so when we were there we noticed that quite a bit of their business was take-out. Anyway, this is a good place to get your fill because the plates for under $9 are massive!

    (3)

  • L L.

    We always come here for good and reasonable food! We try to get different things, but always get one Gina Special, can't beat the deal! They are generous with rice and kimchi. Sometimes my auntie likes to eat just that, kim chi is very tasty. When I lived on the mainland, I used to get a Korean tofu seafood soup every time I got sick. I can't find it in Hawaii, so I just order the tofu and/or kimchi soup from Gina. It's not the same, but close enough. It always helps me get over my cold. The price, taste, and quantity are the perfect combination for us. Plus, one Gina Special can easily feed two people.

    (4)

  • Phil S.

    Awesome. Small dining area. Great staff, very friendly. Tons of food. Very good prices.

    (5)

  • raechelle v.

    I never really understood the hype about this place. Yes, the prices are pretty good. And their taegu was to die for. I really liked the sweet sauce they used for their mandoo and meat jun. Well, went there recently after not going for many years. I was sad that the steak plate place next door closed down, so I opted to eat at Gina's. Big mistake for these reasons: #1-They were not friendly to me. It was very obvious that since I was not a regular, I would not be treated warmly. I got no smile or greeting yet 10 seconds later, the ladies working the front greeted these customers very warmly and it was clear that they knew each other. These regular customers even got their food before me with some extra stuff on the side for free (I know this because the server told them it was free)...even though they came after me! #2-They don't serve taegu anymore with their plate lunches. You have to pay extra for taegu. :( #3-Their meat jun is terrible! It was so soggy that I ended up throwing away the rest of my plate. It tasted as if the egg/batter didn't fully cook. Gina's, please be careful. Just because you won a couple awards for being the BEST Korean food doesn't mean you can treat your customers this way. There are many other lesser known Korean places willing to work hard and treat their customers with aloha. I really used to like you Gina's. I really want to be able to come back to you, but I'm scared of your customer service and soggy meat jun. Till then.....I'll be having fun discovering new Korean eating places.

    (1)

  • Jenny C.

    We have ordered from Gina's in the past here and there for some office lunches and nothing from Gina's ever compelled me to want to write a review. Why? Their food is mediocre at best - if you're in the area and there are no other Korean places around - Gina's would probably be your fallback. I think Gina's was good in its heyday but the quality now is not great and they've been cutting corners on their food quality and serving size. Also, I dislike how they have a choice of veggies on their website but when you get in the store...half of the choices aren't there (makes for a horrible office lunch order). Anyhow, back to my one star rating. I went in to get their Gina's Special - it's a big plate so when I got my order, I started grabbing an extra set of utensils for sharing. Gina is standing there and says, "That's enough already, you only have one plate." I tell her, we're sharing this plate and she stays silent and has this like pissed off look on her face. As I'm leaving, a customer waiting in line and I give each other this look of like, "are you kidding me??" I really don't appreciate how Gina called me out in front of the other customers like that - especially when I was just getting one extra set of utensils. I've heard and read about her mood swings - but if you have the food to back up the attitude...then great. If not, we already have an "angry korean lady" on the island whose food eclipses yours three fold.

    (1)

  • Jay K.

    Not Korean food guys, this is HAWAIIAN FOOD wouldn't ever pay out of my own pocket for gina's bbq, but it doesn't taste terrible and I'd eat it if someone brought it to work

    (2)

  • Debbie M.

    Gina's has always been a decently priced and tasty place to go for Korean food. I've ordered their catering trays for numerous company lunches and was never disappointed. The two plates I ordered last night, though, made we wonder if Gina's actually tasting what's coming out of her kitchen. My steamed mandoo was tasteless and the sauce that came with it didn't do anything to enhance the flavor. Out of the 4 vegetable choices, 2 were good--the choi sum and daikon were delicious. The seaweed was very salty and the kim chee tasted slightly off. My son's meat jun also had no taste, but the barbecue chicken was fine. They still give very generous portions, but if the food doesn't taste good it's just a waste. I hope my dinner plates last night was just a fluke and they go back to being the delicious Gina's I've always enjoyed.

    (2)

  • Cheryl S.

    I love Gina's BBQ!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The food is always good and they haven't let me down all these years. So, one night I needed to bring home some food after work to my parents house and I remember ohhhh i sooo wanted to try the Family Pack. For the price you cant go wrong. =) FYI it is a lot of food... This is the description from their website "Regular FAMILY PACK includes ; 6 pieces of kalbi, 6 pieces of chicken, 6 pieces of BBQ meat, 12 pieces of mandoo, 12 pieces of meat jun, 10 scoops of rice and all vegetables and a large drink. Enough for 4 to 6 people. $39.50" YUMMMM. A little advice: Call in your order as Gina's is usually busy and its a small restaurant.

    (5)

  • robyn y.

    What can I say? I got food poisoning. I ate here 7/13/13... had the kal-bi/meat jun combo with rice, mac salad, namul, taegu, and kim chee. My husband had their meat jun plate with rice, namul, seaweed, some eggplant chicken thing, and corn. We ate there... enjoyed the food, went home and at 12:30am I was SICK. I'll spare you the details... but lets just say that it's not normal to go bathroom more times than you have fingers and toes. I don't know what set my body on it's 48 hour upheaval of my insides but all I know is I'm not going back to find out. Oh and btw - my husband was fine. His dinner hadn't upset him not one bit. Must've been my sides or the kalbi?

    (1)

  • Sash T.

    Yes it's always crowded, but isn't that a good sign that it is a good place to eat. I usually phone order my food n get it to go. Huge portions that are enough to feed for two people! I've been going here for 15 plus years.

    (5)

  • Charisse L.

    Kim chi fried rice - yummy BBQ Ika - yummy Meat Jun - too greasy Sides - yummy Price - Great (had enough food for two meals) Seating - limited. Better to take out.

    (4)

  • Justin C.

    I wish that they had the korean potatoes and the noodles. I often go there because of their location but I always end up craving the potatoes! They do give generous portions, and I have tried their kal bi, meat jun and bbq chicken.. I recommend BBQ chicken and sometimes the meat jun. The kal bi can be a little tough sometimes.

    (3)

  • Sierrah I.

    I need to ask the Gina ahjuma what her recipe for mandoo is. On my list of top 10 mandoo on the island. Growing up and going to school around this area, I always remember Mom calling in the order to Gina's- Mom: "One mini family pack, no meat jun (cause for some reason none of us as kids liked meat jun) more mandoo please." Gina's: "Ok Baker yaa? Be ready in 5-10 minutes" Haha, Gina's knew my momma by name. & it's still the same ladies working the counter till this day. I really miss those nights coming home with those old beer boxes full of Styrofoam goodness. Went to Gina's this afternoon and everything down to the mandoo still tasted exactly the same. Made me miss my family, and dinners eating Gina's together. That's "Woohoo! As good as it gets!"

    (5)

  • Matthew L.

    I visited this place based on a recommendation from one of my friends. She told me this place was the best Korean in Oahu and she was right!. The portions were big and tasted great. One thing I love about this place is that it wasn't a far drive from Waikiki, like less than 10 minutes. If you rented a car you must check this place out for some inexpensive Korean food.

    (4)

  • Annie W.

    Gina's special- a little bit of the tender BBQ chicken, a bit of the Korean BBQ, a bit of the bulgogi and 4 sides dishes (she gave me really nice servings of each) , a tiny vege egg roll and finally a tempura squash. I ended up having leftovers and it's definitely meant for 2 person. This is a generous portion of food, even if you have a man-sized hunger. The meat jun was okay, I like the meat jun at Yummy's better because I prefer their sauce. I must admit though, their kimchi is SO delicious. Nice employees, cozy tiny place, free ice cold water you refill yourself.

    (4)

  • Brent S.

    Still a solid place for cheap local Korean food. The Gina's Special is the best deal. You can basically get 2-1/2 meals from it for under $10.

    (4)

  • Angela Leilani S.

    Holy moly, their plates are GINORMO! The wait time is incredibly long, but as soon as I opened my Gina Special lunch plate, it was like looking at the face of God. I was in awe of the multitude of food they packed in that plate. (Or it could have been that I was just hungry and tired, but I think it's the former!) If you're looking for a quiet, spacious place to dine, this is not it...it can get crowded, so you should probably get your food to go. Overall, good food, huge portions, be prepared to wait a little bit. And my next trip, I'll try their sweet and sour chicken, my friend ordered it and it was AMAZING.

    (4)

  • Kelly M.

    Good food big plates. My boyfriend and I ordered two plates - so much food. It was quite good. We took about 6 scoops of rice, some kimchi, and half the kalbi home and I made fried rice out of it the next day. Two meals for the price of one.

    (4)

  • Boki C.

    wow, i can't believe i haven't rated this yet! I've had a couple of times & love it. my korean friends say it's a good/authentic place. this is a hole in the wall place. this place is so cheap & when they say the set meals will feed 2-3 people, that's 2-3 VERY hungry big men. needless to say, huuuuge portions. one word: uuuberlicious

    (5)

  • Jennifer H.

    My babeski took me here for lunch. He was telling me how good this place was, big portions, and how there's always a line out the door. I'm totally sold on this place. I love that for the combo plates, you can pick your own sides (4). I like the greens and the long rice & my boyfriend picked the kimchi and mac salad. The entree we got was spicy pork. It was soooo good. I love when the pork is by itself and not swirled with mounds of kimchi. (I love kimchi flavor, but not the actual veggie.) The portions are definitely set for two. Costed less than $10. Will absolutely come back.

    (4)

  • Lindsay J.

    My husband and I have been coming here for years. Gina always recognizes us and always asks where we've been esp if we haven't shown up for months. She is a little spunky Korean woman. Just listen to how she talks to the regulars... it is hilarious. :) On to the food. Our faves here are: (drum roll please...) Kalbi. Unagi. Chicken katsu. BBQ chicken plate. Meat jun. Ika katsu. Sides to get: cucumber kim chee, seaweed, taegu, long rice, mac salad, and shoyu potato. Generous portions and reasonably priced. If you are really hungry, get the Gina's Special, or the Mini Family Pack which feeds about 2-4 people. Definitely worth circling the parking lot several times for.

    (4)

  • Madeline N.

    Korean Food. Glorious, glorious Korean food. In quantities so vast it will leave you speechless. All for less than $10 per plate. Rookie mistake - we bought 6 meals for 6 people and ended up taking 4 meals home as take-out. Mandoo and meat jun (meat fried in a thin omelet), fried chicken wings (YES), kalbi, teriyaki chicken. You get 3 scoops of rice and 4 portions of vegetables that you can choose from behind the counter. I picked up greens, jap chae, sprouts, and cabbage. There's daikon and kimchi, mac salad and corn. So. much. food. Most people take out but there is room for 12 people to sit (2 tables of 6 each) with fold-out chairs. Shoved into a strip mall with a vast Foodland at the end, I would come here for good food with friends and family but probably not a romantic night out. Parking can suck.

    (5)

  • Les Is More M.

    holy crap, this place was once dependable and a well known hole-in-the-wall that was perfect for a korean food fix. I don't know if the ownership has changed, but talk about taking a nosedive. this place sucks ass. kalbi tasted like it wasn't marinated at all, and wasn't even lukewarm. oddly, veggies were lukewarm instead of cold/chilled, and somehow or another my bbq chicken tasted like fish. it was just one sorry excuse for an attempt at korean food, and downright disappointing. this is the last time I'm ever eating at this place - there's lots of places like o-bok, chodang, mama wu's or even yummy korean bbq where you can get MUCH better quality. the best thing that could happen to this place is closing it down!!! :o(

    (1)

  • Krys Y.

    Gina is this semi-gruff, hard-working, little Korean woman--But I like her! She's very straight to the point, but if you get on her good side (by just frequenting her restaurant) she starts to remember you, and she always gives extra food. The other workers give generous portions as well. The serving sizes are already more than generous. I eat a lot, and a mini was surprisingly a lot of food, enough to make me content at least. They can feed anyone from a mini to a huge family pack. Feeding my family is like feeding an army, yet we still have leftovers with the family pack. Prices are reasonable too. There's plenty of parking (though Market City Shopping Center gets VERY busy at times). Gina's place is also very small, so it can get pretty crowded in there at times. This is a very good place if your just doing take out. There are a lot of choices of veggies and meats. I'd definitely recommend Gina's as a place to eat if you're craving Korean BBQ.

    (4)

  • Rick B.

    One of my local favorites. Guarantee to hit the spot. I get either Unagi Plate or the Special. My four choices are seaweed, bean sprouts, cabbage and corn. Normally, I would order take-out; however, today was an exception. I actually sat in and observed Gina's (owner) outstanding customer service. It's amazing how she knew everyone that came in the door either by name or face. There were a lot of people at that time, but I didn't feel like being ignored at all because although I already got my food, she still managed to asked me if i would like my meat to be cut. I guess what im trying to say is there's a sense of caring in her exceptional service that's why we keep on coming back. :)

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    One star off only because the meat does tend to be too sweet and on the fatty side. However, it's a tremendous bargain. The regular-size plates come with 4 side dishes and easily feed 2 people. The mini-family packs (or whatever they call them) which they say are for 2-3 people could easily feed at least 6, maybe 8... Side dishes are good and there's always a good choice from mac salad to chapchae. I've never tried the mandoo. There's a sign up saying they've stopped offering taegu as a side dish, but at the same time they were offering it. I only mention that b/c someone coming here who's from the mainland should make sure to try it (unless you don't like fish.) Also, there's usually a wait out the door at prime time (even if you call ahead you have to wait,) but they are reasonably fast.

    (4)

  • Jean P.

    Combo's, all sorts of combo's.

    (5)

  • Nathan N.

    I've always said that the best places for food are little hole in the wall dives. This is definitely one them! Don't plan on eating in, there are only 2 tables. Gina's Barbeque has been around for well over 20 years. Located at Market City Shopping Center, this popular family restaurant is quite easy to find. However, good luck with parking. The lot should be larger, but there's no way that's going to happen. - Easy on the wallet - Great Korean menu - Food is delicious and quick - Gina is very friendly and funny - Meat Jun/Spicy Chicken combo is awesome.

    (4)

  • Just B.

    Gotta love Gina's. I've been coming here since middle school and even now that I've graduated from college, I still come here all the time. She remembers me and asks what I'm up to, and her daughter is about the same age as me so she always mentions what her daughter is up to too. She says I make her feel old.. Ha ha The food is great, the prices are very reasonable, and portion size is generous. What more is there to say?? Those three criteria = great place to eat for me. My all-time-favorite: gina's special: BBQ meat, chicken, and kalbi. YUM. Gina is definitely the most generous with the food. I love it when she's out front. The other middle aged lady (the shorter one w/ short hair) - whom I think is her sister - is also very generous with the food and friendly. The younger girl working there, is more stingy and until recently seemed a bit snobby. She seems to have gotten nicer now that she realizes I've been coming here for years and years.

    (5)

  • Garry Y.

    I keep thinking we should share 1 plate, when I get to the front of the line I think, the food is so good that I don't want to share. lol So we eat lots and still have tons for a meal the next day. I usually order the combo and love it all. The only problem is parking because the spaces are so tight, if you eat too much your car door cant open wide enough to get back in...

    (4)

  • Ana T.

    LOVE at first bite.

    (5)

  • Steph N.

    Solid. Huge portions, authentic food and friendly service. Every plate comes with your choice of 4 veggie sides - seaweed, bean sprouts, kim chee, cabbage, daikon, jap chae or green choy sum. And they PACK IT IN. Beware the plates get heavy. Of course we had to make a stop here before our flight back to the mainland. Man friend had the fish jun and bbq chicken combo plate. I had the meat jun and off we went to the airport. We cracked open our delicious meals while the rest of the passengers ate their turkey sandwich or spinach something. Nomnom friggin NOM.

    (4)

  • Barry A.

    Was down at Kewalos yesterday. More specifically the boat harbor. Went there in the morning to hang out and watch the friends unload their boat of ahi for the auctions. Come around 10 am, it was time for my first post-Thanksgiving meal. Call Helenas, closed. Call Mitch's, speak with Mitch, Mitch says "Sorry, we re-open Monday." Call Mitsuba's, closed 'till Monday. Call W&M, they're open. Shoot down Ala Moana Blvd, left on Atkinson, right on Kapiolani. At Foodland buying beers and getting cash.... Sorry. Gina's is open. I gotta grab a plate. Gina was in the kitchen. I really wanted the spicy ika or chicken, but I'm a combo freak. I got the bbq chicken and jun. In part just so I could hear Gina say "bahbah q cheeken!" Then we stopped by W&M and I combo'd that plate with a Royal burger. Yes I finished it all. I didn't eat again 'till 10 last night.

    (5)

  • Kelso A.

    Family Menu is very reasonable. Downside is the parking. The vegetables--seaweed, choy sum, kim chee, and bean sprouts--have lots of taste:) Mandoo was also very good. This was good since one of the main things I enjoy about Korean food is the vegetables! Sad to say, I did not think the meat jun and chicken had very much taste and it did taste very bland :( This was very sad because these items are really what make Korean food ...

    (3)

  • Angela K.

    Great taste + big portions + fast + cheap = summarizes Gina's I used to always walk over here from UH and every time i'm back in Hawaii, I always make a stop here for the food. I recall being able to get the kalbi mini bento with 2 sides before, but this time I went, owner Gina, said no more kalbi with the mini bento, so I opted for the chicken. I was a bit disappointed but its still great food and so much of it. I only ate 1/2 for lunch and I was stuffed, I saved the rest for later. For under $6, you get 2 big pieces of grilled chicken, 2 scoops of rice, one fried mandoo, and 2 sides! I got the cabbage and the mac salad as my sides - great! I like to pick up this and head my way to the beach to sit on the sand to eat!

    (4)

  • Jay S.

    I was first introduced to Gina's B-B-Q during my semester at UHM over 10 years ago. I began with simply the BBQ Chicken, not being an adventurous eater back then, but have since broadened my horizons and now enjoy their many soups, meats, and sides. Service is friendlier than your typical Korean restaurant, but eating in can be difficult with the small space and how busy they get. I usually do take out. You can call it in for pick-up or order in person and wait. They are generous with the portions, including the side dishes. I usually get two or three meals out of one plate. This was great during my years as a starving student! The Gina's Special is a good deal, with a variety of flavors, and satisfies at least three healthy appetites. Definitely a place I'll continue to visit!

    (5)

  • Flora S.

    We stopped here to grab take out before heading to my grandmothers house. It was quick and they offer your choice of four sides which is nice. Over all it was so-so. The meat jun was nothing compared to Dong Yang's and they forgot to give us the sauce with our take out. The portions were fair for the price, but there is nothing special about this Korean take out. My cousins also report that it's not as good as it used to be. Next time I'll go for the Chinese cafe in the corner of that shopping center instead.

    (3)

  • J E.

    Absolutely the best fast food style Korean BBQ on Oahu! Very friendly staff! For first timers, recommend the Gina's Special--enough to feed two for $10. Seating inside is limited so recommend taking the food to go, or eat in the car.

    (5)

  • Gordon Y.

    Always good food and good value here. My son loves the fish jun.

    (5)

  • Joe W.

    This seems to be a popular place for a lot of UH go-ers and graduates. I had heard a lot of hype about Gina's, including my coworker's claim that it's the best Korean food on the island. I personally didn't go to UH and needed to play catch up, so my girlfriend (also a UH grad) took me to try it out. Venue: Call ahead and get it to go. Gina's is a really small drive-inn type restaurant that has two tables, a counter, and some standing room on the side where you can wait for your take-out orders. I wouldn't recommend sitting... I lost count of how many times we had to get up off of our chairs or scoot forward so someone else could scoot behind us to an open seat. My arms would get all sticky every time I put them on the table. Kinda nasty. I didn't see anyone on cleaning duty that night so I'm pretty sure the stickiness just builds as the night progresses. Service: Be patient with Gina, but don't expect the same back. I recommend calling ahead. I think we waited about 25 minutes from the time we ordered until our take-out order came out. They kept getting orders mixed up the night we were there, so maybe it was a busy night. My girlfriend prepared me that as soon as Gina calls our order, we have to bolt over to the counter to select our sides, or she'll just choose randomly for us. I was like... what? We wait 25 minutes for her, but she can't wait 25 seconds for us? Maybe I'm just not seeing the big picture, but that seems unfair. The guy at the register was friendly and seemed to know the regulars to the point that people were talking story and seemed to be having a good time. Food: One part food, one part oil. I'm sorry, I just don't see it! What's so great about the food? I really tried to like it, but the meat jun tasted like the mandoo, which tasted like the meat jun! They both just tasted like oil. This was confirmed when I had some pretty bad heart burn about half an hour later. I did find the meat jun to be tender and less oily than Dong Yang's... but the flavor just wasn't there. We also had the kimchi, shoyu potatos, sprouts, and cabbage as sides. I found them all to be really watery... I don't mean to hate, but I was pretty disappointed. So why do people love Gina's so much? I think it's like how I love my grandma's beef stew. In reality it's not that great, but I grew up eating it, it's become comfort food, and I'll claim that it's the best beef stew in the world until the bitter end! ---------------------- Update: My girlfriend read my review and told me that I have to add this in. You go to Gina's not for the quality of food, but for the quantity and cheap prices. :)

    (3)

  • Cory M.

    Word to the wise, don't come here if you're not hungry. Damn she packs a plate lunch! I should'a weighed that thing! I'm using my carrying around the plate as my workout for today. I went for the mix of BBQ chicken & BBQ Beef. The chicken was very good tender & moist. The beef was a little dry for my tastes but good nonetheless. Here's a tip, if you're ordering a combo, 2 choices is $8.50, but 3 choices is $8.95! We ordered in advance so I was a little pressured to order but the next time I know. I could only finish 1/2 of my plate lunch (and you know I'm an eater). It's now 4 1/2 hours after lunch and I'm still full. BTW, did I say DAMN?! Good place to share a plate lunch or do it for lunch & dinner. Bonus!

    (4)

  • Christina K.

    Yum!! I'd never been here when I actually lived in Hawaii. I had their squash jun, which I shared with a friend. More than enough food. The sides were good - we had the jap chae, the watercress (though that could use more salt/sesame oil), kimchee, and bean sprouts. All good. Cheap as hell for that much food too.

    (5)

  • Stephen L.

    Small store front with a couple of tables and some counter space. Located in Market City shopping center. Very popular for take out meals. On this visit I had mandoo soup with noodles (Mandoo Kook Soo) which was very tasty. Also great plate lunches and family pak meals.

    (4)

  • Tina N.

    Whenever my husband and I are in the mood for cheap, good Korean, we come here. The side dishes here are excellent. They allow you to choose 4 different sides, and they give you way more than you can eat. Hubby and I always end up sharing 1 plate, and it's always more than enough to fill us both up. Sadly, the only mean we've really liked so far is the Kalbi. Hubby likes meat jun, but I'm not a huge fan. The chicken katsu is decent, but meat slices are too thin, so it's quite dry. It's still our go-to for a cheap dinner when I'm too lazy to cook, though. Under $10 and we're both full.

    (4)

  • Diane Y.

    Frequently voted Best Korean Food in Honolulu, and I can absolutely attest to that. Enormous portions - the 2 and 3 item plates are enough to stuff 2 adults - for under $10. The food is actually delicious, too! I can't get enough of this place. The kalbi is charred to perfection, the chicken is tender and oozes flavor. The sides are varied and fresh. Gina herself is often serving at the counter, greeting guests and she really just makes the place feel homey. A word of warning - it does get a bit crowded near meal times. Crowded with locals! Yet more evidence of its delicious excellence. There are two long tables and a counter, so if you want to eat in, you'll probably be sitting with strangers. If that makes you uncomfortable, try take-out. The decor is really nothing to speak of, but this place is a treasure because it's a hole-in-the-wall with great food. You won't regret trying Gina's.

    (5)

  • Paul H.

    The place in East Hon for take out Korean. Big tip; call in your order especially if it's a larger order, like a family pack, It's got it all and feeds my family of four with leftovers. Good, freindly service, done efficiently. once you've gone a couple of times, Gina will remember you.

    (5)

  • Kristen T.

    Are you on a budget and craving Korean food? Gina's BBQ is the answer for you! I came here with a party of 8 and we ordered two mini family packs ($20/each). Each mini family pack came with banchan, meat jun, bbq chicken, bulgolgi, fried mandu, rice, and kalbi! What a freakin deal! They didn't skimp on any of the meat or banchan..all of our plates were piled to the sky. The food was very good for the price. I wouldn't say it's the best Korean food I've ever tasted, but for the price..the taste was up to par. The owner was also very friendly and taught us how to eat certain meats (ie. dipping it in this soy sauce mixture). I would definitely come back here again if I were to visit the islands again anytime soon!

    (4)

  • Sterling E.

    Gina's was....... ok. They do give quite a bit , which was awesome. But before that , i'd have to have received my order , which they forgot about and me and my friend had to wait for about 20 minutes. They people that ordered after us got their orders while we just sat there and waited patiently. The ladies behind the counter apologized and felt bad that they gave us complimentary gyoza/potstickers , which was very nice of them. I was gonna give Gina's 2 stars , but the workers are very nice and humble. We ate there and yes , the seating availability is very limited. There also was lots of people who walked in after us and so the area became very very packed.

    (3)

  • Emily C.

    Great portions. Small place. Ordered Gina's special. Even though it was crowded, got my order pretty quick.

    (4)

  • Jonathan I.

    Gina's is where I go when I want good, and LARGE portioned, Korean take-out. They have been around for a while as I remember frequenting this place during my High School years after going to the beach on weekends. Word of advice though is to go hungry. Very hungry. The portions are HUGE, and they give very generous amounts of the side choices along with your entree. I personally love the meat jun & mandoo combo. :) Throughout the years, many many businesses have come and gone at Market City, and Gina's still prevails. There seems to always be people ordering take-out or eating on the long family style tables inside. I know that a lot of people order their family packs to bring home as well as I have a few times myself. You wont be amazed by the food really as it isn't all that noteworthy, but for the service, consistency and portions, I give them 4 stars easily... The one thing that is consistently horrible is parking. This isn't Gina's fault exactly, but Market City's parking lot is just a nightmare.

    (4)

  • Chantelle T.

    This place is one of my go-to places when I want some korean food! The family catered from them last night for my surprise graduation party (thanks fambam!) and the food definitely didn't disappoint! Everything they have is delicious -- I love their meat jun and the ban chan they provide is always super delicious. So glad I got some gina's in during my short stay home!

    (4)

  • J V.

    Best Korean BBQ. Gina is so nice, gave our kids a free little plate with rice, chicken, and corn. They have the best vegis and teague on the planet!

    (5)

  • derek n.

    Haven't been to Gina's in years, but was in the neighborhood and fondly recalled how good the food was, with the value and homeyness that only a local business brings. the place was packed! Undeterred and seeing the busyness as a positive sign, I ordered a Gina's special and waited for my order. Again, the wait was long but figured it was going to be worth it. unfortunately, I was disappointed - most everything on the plate was overcooked, particularly the bbq chicken, which was nearly inedible on some parts. maybe I caught them on a super busy night where the quality sufferred? I hope so but it's going to be hard to bring myself back again

    (2)

  • Ming-Jou C.

    I needed my fix of meat jun on this trip and wanted to go back to Kaiwe Grill, but my friend said this place was pretty good. So we went (it's on the side where Coffee Bean is), and there was a line about 3 deep. I ordered the meat jun which came with four sides. FOUR! I didn't know what to do with myself. I got the chop chay (or however your K-peeps spell it), veggie, mac salad and seaweed. My friend got the cold noodles or bim book so (sorry! can't remember!). We got take out since there are only two family-style-like tables there, and took our goods to Waikiki to eat. The meat jun was not as flavorful as the one from Haiwe Grill. I thought that was better with rich, Korean BBQ flavor. This one was a little bland, and came with a sweet/sour sauce. Now I know why. It came on a pile of rice. The sides were really good too. I had some of my friend's kimchi side. Yum. For $7.80 or so, it was a great deal and we had lunch for the next day. I'm kind of torn because the food was so-so, but the customer service was really good. They would occasionally look at the people sitting at the tables and ask if they needed more water or an extra plate or whatever. Very observant and helpful. Which is key. I would give this place another try, though, just for that fact alone.

    (3)

  • Curtiss B.

    After good feedback from co-workers and friends, I had to check this place out. By far the best bang for your buck where you don't have to suffer from poor quality food with cheaper pricing. I got the spicy BBQ chicken. Normal places give you three pieces of bbq chicken thighs; Gina's gives four. All their sides looked fresh and the ones I chose came in big portions. For me, it's a call in order and eat at home kind of place. The restaurant is clean but you can tell they cater mainly to takeout customers. This place is far better than Yummys, cheaper than Yummys, and when comparing the staff of Gina's to the staff of Yummys in Hawaii Kai, FAR more friendlier. Def. a place to go to when you don't feel like cooking or don't want to kill the wallet.

    (4)

  • Maru The Cat T.

    Hands down the best korean plate lunch restaurant in the state! I take that back, the best plate lunch restaurant period. My favorite dishes are the meatjun and homemade mandoo plate. The sides are awesome too. Taegu, mac salad, choy sum, cabbage, the list goes on. The prices are really reasonable. I love coming to Gina's and the staff is always friendly.

    (5)

  • Mei-Lan C.

    love gina's spicy bbq squid ! it's really delicious and they give you so much food ! i always share a plate with my hubby and we're always full after that.

    (4)

  • Sam O.

    Gina's kalbi is so good, I buy trays of the uncooked stuff to BBQ at family get-togethers! It is kinda pricey for plate lunch, but sooo ono. The meat jun and BBQ chicken are good too. If you like stinky fish and spicy things (I do!), get the taegu -- not super chewy like store-bought can be. I would recommend taking-out rather than dinning in. The atmosphere, small, and water quality isn't quite up to par.

    (4)

  • Josh S.

    Back in 1995, as a little boy growing up in heart of Seoul, I would drop off my school bag, put on my snickers and go play soccer and/or baseball with friends until sun would disappear. By then, my shirts will be soaked, my face will be half grayed (because of smog, dirty air I breathe in Seoul), and be extremely hungry. I would run back to my house and my lovely mother would have a meal prepared just in time for dinner. I would finish them off in 24 seconds without washing my face and/or hands. Ah those memories. I'm now 26. Very handsome. Although I didn't fulfill my dream of being professional soccer/baseball player, I'm athletic enough to be a star in local leagues. My mother lives in Boston, MA. And I live in Honolulu, HI. We're somewhat 4,800 miles apart from each other. Gina's BBQ is that perfect replacement from my mother's meal except that she charges $8 for the meal -- and I will take it any day as long as I live in Honolulu. Do you know how this place is good? Just go around 6:30 on any weekdays and you'll find this tiny place be packed with customers who aren't Koreans. That's right. It attracts non-Koreans too. If you walk in around 6:30PM, you'll leave with your take-out boxes around 7:10PM because there are about 14 orders before you. It's really crowded during dinner hours. I suggest you order by phone early and go pick up your plates - but you may have to fight to get inside and see Gina. I'm not a big fan of the name of this place. Gina's BBQ. The other aunty don't get any credits. I wish she would change the name to Gina & XXX. It'll be more unique and feel more appropriate name for this place. Regardless of what the name is, I know I'm coming back. Maybe tomorrow.

    (5)

  • Paul N.

    Even though the seating area might be a bit small for its popularity, you'll find the food is really good and portions are pretty large, so you can't really complain too much about the prices. Plenty of choices as well! Parking shouldn't be too much of a problem, as it is located within Market City Shopping Center.

    (5)

  • Cindy S.

    The plus side is that their banchan was good. Their shredded Daikon tastes like Mommy's, but their kimchee was weird and vinegary Chinese style. The squash jun was tasty but it left quite a foul odor in my car that lasted about an hour. I'd rather hit warm food area in the Korean supermarket.

    (3)

  • Tom L.

    I went to Kaimuki High School and remember always coming here during and after school. Gina's is always one of my must-stops whenever I come home from the mainland. The food is always good and the portions are huge. If you aren't a big eater then get a Mini Bento and that will for sure fill you up for under $5. For everyone else, all of the other plates are well worth the price. Decent mix of local and Korean styled food supplemented with rice and choice of 4 vegetables per plate! I usually get Meat Jun or Kalbi plates and am glad that they started doing combo plates if you wanted to mix it around. Highly recommend for anyone that is looking for ono grindz, great price, amazing portions, and quick service.

    (5)

  • Mandy C.

    Perfect for Korean take-out on nights you don't want to cook. Heaping portions in a plate that can feed two. You can get your meat and veggies for ~$4/person, if you want to share. =)

    (5)

  • Joie Y.

    Wanted Korean food, but didn't feel like eating in a restaurant, and I didn't want to miss Lost. So, settled on Korean take out at Gina's. I got the Mini Family Pack for dinner. Not for myself, silly, but for me and the husband. It fed us for dinner and for lunch the following day, so that's a pretty good deal. I was a bit disappointed in the choice in side veggies as they don't have available certain items. No chop chae?!?! Oh well. They only make them on certain days. And lately, the kim chi has been tasting like store bought kim chi. Sigh... The meats were pretty standard, nothing spectacular. And the rice, was rice. The next time I go back, I'll check out what sides they have first, and if they have what I'm hungering for, I'll order.

    (3)

  • Shelley K.

    I think I wrote a review already, but whatevers. I'm here so often that Gina knows me personally. LOL! I have my favorites from here: meat jun, spicy bbq chicken, taegu, squash jun, and japchae! They are open everyday and open long hours. And they are affordable and they give you so much food! Can't get any better than that!

    (4)

  • Jhoren C.

    Better tasting than yummys and cheaper!

    (3)

  • Emi H.

    I've gone to Gina's since college. I cheered for one year at UH and this is where we'd always go after practice for dinner. Portions are decent and turn around is very quick. I usually get the barbeque chicken plate. I like that you can order a mini plate as another option. The regular plate can last someone like me 2 meals. Gina herself works the counter so you need to be ready to order or she gets a little edgy. But that's what gives the place personality I suppose. You can't beat the location if you're headed into Waikiki and just need to pick up a quick bite to eat.

    (3)

  • Francis C.

    EXCELLENT spicy pork, great family packs, reasonable prices. If you ever go in and order and it's busy, make sure you know what you want -- your sides, brown/white rice, drinks. Although the two women that work there have some level of tolerance for those who take time in ordering, they will talk stink about you (in Korean of course).

    (5)

  • funopher c.

    Big portions, cheap, and tasty take out food. 4 stars for what it is. Not much of a place for dining in and definitely not for date night. They have two tables that seat about 6 each but there's little room between them and you're right in front of the register. Had Gina's special (which came with rice and 4 side choices - we got kimchee, cabbage, corn, and cuttlefish) and an extra side of BBQ chicken. It was enough to feed 3 (or 2 hungry people). The ladies behind the register (assuming were the owners) were friendly and even cut our meat for us since we dined in.

    (4)

  • Naomi G.

    This place is really great! I got the chicken katsu plate with mac salad, watercress, bean sprouts and kimchi. The food was perfectly flavored and seasoned and everything just tasted great. Parking is hard to find however. Some of the best Korean food I have ever tasted.

    (4)

  • Aaron T.

    Small place but good food and price is reasonable for Hawaii. You get a big portion of sides with your choice of entree.

    (4)

  • Yon S.

    Whoa. This place was busy! I came for the first time tonight at about 7pm. There must have been 20 people in this tiny place, and 3-5 people lined up out the door. I felt bad for the 2 ladies working the front, and the guy in the kitchen. They were pounding the plates out the door. They seem to be very efficient and know what they're doing. Everyone was pretty happy with the speed of their service, and was calling the lady, Gina, I take it 'auntie.' I ordered #1 on the wall menu, Gina's Special mix place $8.95. It was pretty quick, about 5 min. and then chose 4 sides veg. She even remembered me and made a joke that she was psychic as she was holding my plate in a bag in the air when I came back thru the door. As another reviewer mentioned, the BBQ chicken was stringy, dry, and stuck in my teeth. The kal-bi too burnt for my taste. teri-beef shriveled. I guess there was 3 scoops rice under all that. Now that I look at the menu photo, I didn't get the mandoo and the squash jun?! That's what I wanted and ordered #1 for. And they didn't say anything to me about that! Hey! Average korean food quality. Better than Kim Chee III, IMO. About equal to something like yummy's or peppa's. Not better than so gong dong, and similar places. I will probably research and try them again, but not order the typical and boring #1 again. I will give them one more chance to impress me with something I can call their speciality dish.

    (3)

  • P E.

    During our vacation... We were tired and looking for a great value to satisfy our starving stomachs. I looked on my to-do list and Gina's was the closest place. So we head on over and saw the long line. We though about going elsewhere, but the food looked & smelled so fresh and flavorful. So we decided to be patient and wait for our turn. We placed three orders. It was a little fast, which I guess was to be expected to help keep the food line going. Quick tip: know what you want before it's your turn or else you might feel pressured. As for our meals, it was as stated by many of the other reviewers. The portions were very friendly (huge and to my liking); the prices were pretty good (especially when you're on vacation); and the food tasted great (loved the kalbi, which was nicely charred)! Definitely will visit again the next time we're in town.

    (4)

  • Seth H.

    My wife picked up dinner from there tonight, so I didn't actually go but I did eat the food. They do give alot but the taste and quality leave you wanting. I ate the Gina's Special, the kalbi was actually very tasty but the chicken was dry and the bulgogi was kind of bland. I personally wouldn't go back but since it's on the way home from the kids school I guess it's not a matter of choice for me.

    (3)

  • Arlen N.

    Cheap good eats. Try the mandoo soup. Its the best.

    (5)

  • Mike A.

    If the way to the heart is through the stomach, Gina's must claim a lot of hearts. Huge portions of good quality food. I had the spicy chicken and meat jun. For my four sides I chose long rice, kimchee, cabbage, and choy sum. I was pleased when I got home and opened the heavily packed to-go box and found the two extra fried mandu. Everything I tried was great and I wish I had tried this place earlier. I'm looking forward to trying their kalbi and their garlic chicken next time. By the way, as far as portions are concerned, I'm 6'3" and 225lbs and I was more than full from this meal!

    (4)

  • Neil Y.

    Good, typical Korean plate lunch place. Bigger than average portions; you get 4 vegetables with your already large meat and rice portion. We got meat jun and a bbq special on a weekday night. I like my meat jun, and their meat jun's a little bread-y, and a couple of the vegetables were too salty (next time I'll get double kim chee and double bean sprouts). But that's nitpicky; it was overall tasty, and massive. Tried a little of the bbq special and there's tons of meats in that one. There were some interesting specials that I only saw after I ordered (cuttlefish katsu, unagi plate) but I guess that'll have to wait till next time. I'd say if you don't have time to go to a sit down place like Kim Chee II, try this place out.

    (4)

  • Richard K.

    Gina's BBQ is by far one of the best places to get Korean BBQ in Honolulu. Everything is made to order, the portions are big, and the food is extremely tasty. Most plates come with your choice of 4 sides. I usually get taegu, kimchee, shredded radish, and choi sum. I always judge a good Korean restaurant by how their kimchee tastes, whether it's fermented or not. Gina's BBQ has it down just right. My 3 favorite things to order include (not in any order): bbq chicken plate, kimchee fried rice (including an egg on top), and bulgogi. It's definitely not a place to go to for ambiance, being a take-out plate lunch type of place, but there are tables and a small counter space if you choose to eat there.

    (5)

  • David B.

    Oh how much have I missed Gina's Barbeque! Only after a year/year half of finding out about the Waipahu location, I was saddened to find out that it was run by different owners. I was happy that my friends decided to have Halloween lunch at the Market City location. 2 of us came in our costumes and Gina and the other lady working were cracking jokes. I ordered the meat jun, as I usually would at the Waipahu location. As always, the vegetables are piled on. Got mac salad, taegu, daikon and kim chee. I really liked the taegu since it was soft. Definitely better than Tasty BBQ which I have a hunch is just dried cuttlefish soaked in sauce. Meat jun was piled on as well. The meat jun wasn't too oily or overcooked. During our meal Gina asked if we wanted more vegetables or rice. How awesome!

    (5)

  • James H.

    Overrated!! They give a lot of food for the price but taste wise, it's average. Sides selection is limited too compared to other Korean take outs...

    (3)

  • Dale H.

    Ordered the spicy chicken combo plate to split with a friend and wanted the sides in a separate container. We were charged 35 cents for the container and they didn't even fill it like the regular plates. Then we wanted a sauce container for the spicy sauce and the lady kept saying its inside. When we checked there was no sauce so we asked again. We were told they don't keep empty containers. They fill them all with the mandoo sauce. When we were going to empty it and fill it with the spicy sauce they told us we should just mix the sauces, which was not what we wanted. I don't know how they're celebrating their 20th anniversary when they give such poor service. The ladies were even shouting at customers who werent paying attention quickly enough. When we ate the chicken it wasn't even spicy, just salty. my friend ate the kal bi and it was thin. The side veggies were also salty and the Kim chee was barely spicy. The spicy sauce and the mandoo sauce were both watered down. The best part was the rice. Never going back.

    (1)

  • Tim B.

    omg. no. I do understand that korean food in Hawaii is a little different than what I may be used to from the mainland. Read my criticism with a grain of salt. 1. Meat jun ? thin ass strip of meat in hella thick and the skin falling off with hella grease? ugh. pass. Maybe there was a reason I've never had meat jun before coming to Hawaii. 2. Banchan - how is that a good variety!? plain ass chinese vege, plain seaweed, plain beansprout!? The only redeeming side was the japchae. Even the kimchee wasn't fermented enough and too spicy versus sour-y 3. Bulgogi - the meat was horrible! Texture all off, cooked all wrong, too sweet 4. LA Kalbi - wtf too sweet. 5. Mandoo - fried and too thick and chewy. meh would def prefer steamed mandoo =( The only redeeming things were : large portions and the chicken was OK. I guess the price was adequate... I got the mini family combo and it was HELLA food... def. for 3 people minimum! I didn't get to try other korean food on the island before I left, so I dont know how it compares... but I would recommend trying some place else!

    (2)

  • JD L.

    I love their food, especially the spicy pork and garlic chicken. The mamas there are always so friendly. They always hooked up the portions when I use to go there a lot. They have random rushes so I always call in a take out order.

    (4)

  • Mitchi K.

    Delicious and inexpensive!!!! Family pack is the best deal!

    (4)

  • Caleb R.

    Best Korean food I've had yet. The prices are great for the amount of food you get. The meat and squash jun are super tasty and the kalbi is not totally fatty like it is from most places. The sides are waht really make this place a winner though. The noodles and watercress are super tasty, and even the taego (sp?) is good, despite the fact that I hate cuttle fish. All it all, a great meal at the right price. It helps that its walking distance from my house too

    (4)

  • Gina B.

    Gina's does it right (and I'm not just saying that because my name is also Gina - hehe). All joking aside, this spot does not disappoint when it comes to taste, portion and price. I indulged in a regular meat jun plate for $8. Along with the mound of meat jun sitting atop the requisite scoops of rice, regular plates also get to choose four side dishes. What I love about Gina's is that taegu is one of the options! I really wanted all four of my sides to be taegu but I decided to give kim chee, cold cabbage (not sure what the official name is) and mac salad a chance as well. I think next time, instead of mac salad, I'll opt for the cold cucumbers. This one meal provided me with enough food for lunch, then dinner. Since I'm constantly trying to stretch my dollars, I was extremely happy that I got two meals out of one plate!

    (4)

  • Christie P.

    I give them four stars for the meat jun. I've had meat jun at three other places while I've been here and they have all tasted either old/precooked and sat under heat light, or the meat was super tough/chewy. Gina's seems to have it on lock. All other items are as normal as all the rest of the Korean fare on the island, which is decent. I think it's the price that really keeps people coming back. We got a family mini pack and a meat jun plate. It was about $26 and change. Gina's proves you can have your cake and eat it too. All that food fed four very hungry adults, and we STILL had leftovers. I'll keep coming back because the ladies working the counter were cute and funny. We had gotten some fresh bills for Christmas and we ended up using them to pay for dinner (CASH ONLY!). The lady said, "Oh... church money..." as she counted. ::giggle::

    (4)

  • Peter L.

    Solid place to eat if youre hungry and will eat whatever. They are really to UH and the other university next store. They serve large portions of good korean bbq for about 10 bucks a plate. There is plenty of parking so thats a plus as well. Nothing special, just your ordinary oahu korean bbq fast food.

    (3)

  • Brent K.

    As for Korean food it's okay. Nothing special. middle of the road. My friend wanted to come here. So I had something. I like my korean place better.

    (2)

  • Melody C.

    super good k-food for super good prices! if youre a regular youre treated like family. lots of college kids come around her since its close by.

    (4)

  • Sheri D.

    Definitely a GO-TO place for some good, cheap Korean food. They also dole out some GIGONGOUS portions so you really get your money's worth. Their reputation for tasty meat jun is certainly true as it is probably the best I've had on the island. Their spicy barbeque chicken, korean garlic chicken, kalbi, and fried oysters are delish also! The vegetables they serve are yummy and I love their tae-gu! The only thing bad about it is probably that the ambiance is definitely lacking and there can be a bit of a wait for your food... but I'm willing to overlook both because you can order takeout anyway and the turnaround time is pretty quick. So for some tasty and cheap Korean yum yum in your tum tum, head to Gina's. I guarantee it will satiate those Korean cravings you might have. YUMMY!

    (4)

  • Marc W.

    Best meat jun on da island imo. One of those great spots where us locals can eat go out to eat without breaking da bank! The combos are excellent. Love myself some kalbi and meat jun. Nice size portions as well as 4 sides to choose from...mmmmmm kimchi. =) Only negative I can possibly think of is its small and is difficult to find a spot to eat if you go at lunch and eat in. But then again, what do you expect when its so ono!!!

    (5)

  • Evelyn T.

    GRRR!!!! Would have been 5 stars if not for the hassle: I wanted extra barbeque sauce with my take out order and they had no containers! So I figured I'd pay for the small container and somehow balance some liquid in it until I reached my hotel. But no, Lady gives me a paper tray, pours some bbq sauce in it, and covers it with aluminum foil!! Then she tells me to bring my own container next time..wtf? I ended up with sauce all over my legs! ugh. Though, I have to say..the food was good. It's cheap, it's plentiful, it's tasty. The Gina's special could definitely feed two. I got that. The bf's fatty spicy friend chicken was even better though =)

    (4)

  • shirleen k.

    Haven`t been to Gina`s for a long time, however, the food still remains the same as i remembered Delish! Service always friendly and fast. They were non stop busy, guess this place is no secret=) if you haven`t tried Gina`s, you really must, you will fast become a fan!

    (4)

  • James G.

    This place is one of my favorites for local Korean food. The place is small and there is always people inside, especially around lunch and dinner times. The wait will take around 5-10 minutes depending the time. But the wait is worth it. The Gina's Special is always a good choice. My favorite is the Meat Jun.

    (5)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: a family run, family-style eatery with korean style takeout, that gives very generous portions :) something good: i loooove the sides here! and they give huge portions of it!! i may be a little bias since this place holds lots of memories but believe me, everyone else who tries it loves it too~ something not so good: the restaurant is small, so you may want to take out since it's super duper busy all the time!! something to try: meat jun & squash jun plates

    (5)

  • J F.

    great place, great food, and good value, what more can you ask for! Had Gina's on a recent trip to hawaii and wished i had come here on my previous trip instead ate at foodland instead in the same complex. Ordered 2 plates, the Gina special plate with Kalbi, Meat Jun, BBq chicken i think, got mac salad and long noodles for the banchan. My wife got the bbq beef and chicken plate. Got it for take out and literally carrying 2 of these plates was making my arm sore. It was so much food and freaking heavy i was like Woah. The banchan IMO is the star here, it was so freaking tasty the long noodles were like WOAH best i've had, and my wife agreed. The meats were good, but nothing really wowed me. Had alot of trouble finishing the food as it was just so much. But i'll be back next year for some more food!

    (4)

  • Sara T.

    This is another one of those places I go to with Emmanuel Z. and Jeff S. Huge portions of delicious local-style K-BBQ, low prices, and the always funny Gina herself make this place a winner. I LOVE the BBQ chicken! If you go towards the end of the night, Gina will just throw whatever she has left on your plate for free. Once we ordered a mix plate, and when we opened it up in the car, it was piled high with extra meat jun, BBQ beef, and mandu.

    (4)

  • Melvin S.

    As far as Korean takeout, this is one of my favorites...and I enjoy the "culture" of it all too...order correctly and you won't be sent to the back of the line. I love it because here they know me by name. And that's a nice touch.

    (5)

  • Hannah K.

    how can you not like gina's????? i love Gina, and I love the food. the kalbi is the best! i'm korean, so trust me when i say that her kalbi is bomb to the maximus! the marinade is key to good kalbi, and gina has got it down to the perfection level! i love the fish jun here, and i also love the bibim gooksoo (mixed noodles with kimchee). Gina is ALL heart, and so is her staff. it's like family! kinda like walking into my auntie's house, and getting the best darn korean food of my life. Gina adds lots of love and home-cooked flavors into her food. she's ALL HEART!!! I LOVE her. There's a reason why Gina's got the award for "best Korean food in town!" it's because it IS the bestttt!

    (5)

  • Chester M.

    For Korean food on Oahu I'm always going here. Lots of food for a great price. I ordered the bbq kalbi main dish and got huge servings of sides. It's a small restaurant and its a tight place to eat at. I came in hungry and came out so full. A must go to Korean restaurant.

    (4)

  • Shu C.

    One of my favorite meat jun places. I just can't find meat jun in the SF Bay Area so I always come back here every time I visit the folks. The side dishes are tasty too. I've lost alot of weight after moving away from Hawaii and not having Gina's probably helped. I still miss meat jun a lot though.

    (4)

  • Ronald T.

    Skimmed some reviews for BBQ places while I was craving hot grilled meat for lunch, I ran into Gina's and I have to say I agree with Yelp's general liking of this little gem. While I was waiting for my food, I noticed a healthy flow of customers, always a good sign. The menu and specials were strewn about different walls, making the decision-making a bit harder than necessary. I ended up choosing the chicken katsu and the spicy garlic chicken. You also get 2 scoops of rice and 4 choices of banchan or sides- pretty normal for Korean BBQ places. The sides were fine, though I regrettably passed up on the delicious-looking long rice for choi sum (I was on the phone with my mother at the time). The meat was yummy and the portion was too much for me to finish in one sitting! That really garnered my respect! Great job Gina's.

    (4)

  • Linda L.

    Large portions. Fish jun and a meat combo for 2 people was more than enough food. The second visit we went we shared the Gina's special and we both still could not finish one order. It came with kalbi, beef, and chicken. You can choose 4 vegetable sides and it comes with 3 scoops of rice. We certainly did not leave with beach bodies :0(

    (3)

  • Kaipo S.

    My favorite Korean take out place. Everything is good, Gina's special is an especially good deal. I literally worked right across the street and ate here everyday for two years (mini bento,) can't say enough about this place. Only thing I would go somewhere else for is the meat jun ( which is excellent here too,) if I was in the mood to drive to Dong Yang in Wahiawa. Great service and great food, just not really a sit down establishment.

    (4)

  • Bee T.

    the gina's special is enough food for a family and for only around 10$ u can beat it. 4 meats, 4 sides GREAT food. voted best KBBQ on the island i saw in the store reviews, and i 100% agree. like others said, its a college place, but u cant beat the prices! my buddy introduced me when i was there visiting, and I've been HOOKED ever since. just visited him the past week and this was the first place i asked how to get to.

    (5)

  • Sharif B.

    Cheap and good for the price. It is worth a visit just for the value alone.

    (4)

  • Kimberly L.

    I really like Gina's, and have been a faithful patron over the years. It's one of the few places open til 10 on a weeknight in Honolulu, and they deliver lots of food for very low prices. I will often call ahead for pickup of a chicken katsu plate. I also love the korean garlic chicken, which is like chicken karaage with this shoyu/sweet sauce and loaded with fried garlic chips! I am afraid that the quality of the sides is going downhill, though. They seem to feature this "Kimchee chicken" that I suspect is chicken that they marinated for too long, then doused in kimchee sauce. It tastes old. Like, dangerously old. I will not eat it. I once went in and the woman there tried to give me a free sample of it on a toothpick, then offered me "special price" on a container of it to take home. No thank you. That said, the value for the money is good. One regular plate lasts me two meals, easily. They give heaps of rice, and mounds of vegetables. About that...the sides are not really great. For instance, the choy sum tastes very "mature" and unsavory most of the time. And none of the veggies are really good things that they have in other places, such as the sweetened potatoes, corn, rice noodle salad, and other things that are my favorites. Last time I went, there weren't even 4 things I wanted to eat. I ended up with sprouts, choy sum (yucky), cabbage (decent), and daikon kimchee'd. But seriously, 2 meals for $7 and change? Outstanding price. other places charge twice that much and are still called good deals.

    (4)

  • Brian C.

    I'm not sure why more restaurants don't do it, but Gina's will accept orders over email. Their estimate got me trays of food for what they call 20 people for $150...but they're so generous it was more like 30 people with enough left over to feed me and the wife....great food and super convenient.

    (4)

  • R L.

    Been going to Gina's for many years. I normally order the Gina's special and the Yuke Jang (spicy rice noodle soup). The portions are very generous and the food is cheap. The chicken and the bbq pork in the special seems to always be dry but I guess the vegetables make up for it.

    (4)

  • Kerri M.

    The parking lot to this place on the weekend is PACKED! You may have to circle the lot a few times before you find a space. We ordered the food on the phone and went to pick it up. The same ladies are still there from years ago and were efficient in getting the order out in a timely manner. They give a LOT of food and though it may not taste the most authentic, it's good for the price. My haole husband had the wings and LOVED them considering that he has never eaten Korean food before. Will be returning back another time.

    (4)

  • Mari V.

    Love this place! The Kalbi, bbq chicken, bbq meat, all the different varieties of korean vegetables and the fried mandoo and their rice is the best! Their prices are very affordable and they give ALOT of food! The parking can be a bit tough if you go at the wrong time. They have party packs that are great too. The ladies there are very personable too! They are all so nice and friendly. Just like how your grandma would be.

    (4)

  • Paul L.

    You can't beat Gina's Special (BBQ'd Chicken, BBQ'd Beef, Kalbi, 1 egg roll, 1 squash jun, two big scoops of rice and 4 sides) for under $9. I can eat a lot....i mean, i can throw down some food. But its tough for me to beat this one. The quality and quantity of food you get at this place is unreal. Really, really good authentic Korean style plate lunch at a great price. What's not to like?? Oh by the way, their kalbi actually has meat on it rather than a bunch of beef fat and grizzle..... But, their water cups seem to freak me out all the time because they're always wet. If those red plastic cups were dry and seemed a smidget cleaner, i'd give this place 5 stars for sure.

    (4)

  • Brian P.

    It is what is and it does what does well. Local Korean style bbq with large portions and a homely atmosphere. I usually stick to the mini bentos since the regular plates are way too big. Gina's Special is the catchall plate and is enough for 2 good sized meals. Unlike the posh korean plate lunch joints, Gina's doesn't skimp on the vegetables and always stuffs as much as will fit into your take-a-way box.

    (4)

  • Philip H.

    If you are turned on by food, then Gina's is the Megan Fox of Korean take out! The Gina Special is great for when you want a little bit of everything! Family pack is enough food for 4 hungry hungry hippos and then some! My personal favorite is the KOREAN GARLIC CHICKEN! It's a hidden jewel on the menu, but it is SO good! It is not sweet like Mitsuken garlic chicken and it isn't huge pieces like sugois! It is lightly fried and covered in Gina's delicious garlic sauce. Another crucial point is the side dishes. Gina's kim chee is finger licken good like mmm baby so good makin my mouth water. Okay well try it for yourselves because once you try Gina's you will truly understand why this review is so sexual.

    (5)

  • Dim S.

    Not the best meat jun on the island (I think Kim Chee II earned that title), but definitely a great place for a reasonably priced plate lunch. Plus, the people are so friendly.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    I've been going here since the 90's. Food is good and portions are huge!! They know most regulars by name. I think that's pretty great. A name goes a long way. It gets pretty bust during rush hour. So make sure to place a phone order. It helps a lot!

    (5)

  • Miss Lili F.

    LOVE GINAS BBQ!!!! Way back when I was a rambunctious teenager in Honolulu, I would always hit up Gina's for awesome, delicious, filling, fast korean food. Lucky for me I lived 2 minutes away in Kaimuki. On to the food... They have meat-jun (which as most people know, is not all that easy to find), and the best tastiest side dishes ever! On a little trip to Hawaii in Sept, I took my Pumpkin Butt lover here, swearing its the BEST korean food ever and that it will fill you up. And lo and behold....the PB was full (he loves his food)! Imagine...heaps of steaming rice, spicy taegu, seaweed, sweet potatos, bbq chicken, meat jun, and kal-bi all stacked on one paper plate. I couldnt finish it, but if I could, it would be a little scary. Gina's....best local korean spot ever...just a 5 minute drive from Waikiki if you are visiting.

    (5)

  • Cary I.

    recently had them cater an event and i must say the food is a very good value. i can't get meat jun in the mainland so when i go back home i want to get good meat jun and gina's is where i get it. i have yet to try all the rest of the menu so i will probably make an update after i do.

    (4)

  • Kathryn C.

    Good food at great prices! and LOTS of it!! There's so much food that I'm covered for breakfast tomorrow! :) and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the meat jun!

    (4)

  • Kekoa K.

    My name Charlie. I like Gina, cuz she give plenty. I drink soup when I sick, make me feel better.

    (5)

  • David C.

    I have been here several times. My favorite hands down is the Meat Jun. It is very tender and melts in your mouth. I have had meat jun in several restaurants...there sauce is the best. They always give generous portions and very flavorful dishes at great prices. I have cut down on my rice consumption and only on certain situations do I eat rice. They do substitute rice for another serving of vegetables. They do give you 4 choices of vegetables. My favorites are the kimchee, watercress, taegu, mac salad, seaweed, meat jun and bean sprouts ..... ok i like them all. BTW did I mention their meat jun was fabulous?

    (5)

  • Michael W.

    We ate at Gina's today for the first time and the LAST time. The food was simply awful. Yummy's is better on a bad day. The chicken was cold and dry after probably sitting under a heat lamp. The beef was dry and tasteless. They charged us a dollar extra for old/spoiled brown rice. Save your money and time. Head to the Foodland at Market City instead. We are sure you will be able to find something edible to eat there.

    (1)

  • Jaisa C.

    There are so many Korean take out restaurants here on Oahu and it was not until I moved here in the summer of 2006 that I even knew about these places. Anyways, after being here for about 5 years now, I've come to the conclusion that when ever I'm in the mood for Korean take out, Gina's is definitely my go to spot. I really like that their service is super quick and not to mention, always friendly. The portions here are great and the prices can't be beat. My favorites here are the chicken katsu, meat jun and the spicey bbq chicken. Also, one place is enough to feed to starving people!

    (4)

  • Arnold G.

    Gina's serves local-style Korean food, and it is one of my favorite places to eat in Hawaii because I love meat jun, which is almost impossible to find in this form on the mainland. Meat Jun is basically a really thin steak that's dipped in egg batter and then fried. It's kind of like a thin egg pancake with a sliver of steak in the middle. They serve it with a sweet dipping sauce that takes this humble dish to a whole other level. On this trip, I paired my meat jun with some spicy fried chicken wings that were excellent. The crunchy, slightly spicy skin really hit the spot. In addition to rice, you get your choice of four sides, which include basic Korean banchan offerings such as taegu, kim chee and pickled daikon, as well as local favorites like mac salad. It's small inside, so most of their business is take out, which is what we did. Best of all, Gina's is cheap and the portions are extremely generous, so you get a lot of food for the money.

    (5)

  • Andrew Y.

    For Korean fast food, Gina's Barbeque does not disappoint with their big portions and reasonable prices. Three scoops rice and 4 side dishes......move over Yummy's and bye bye Peppa's. I ordered the deep fried oysters/meat jun combo and it was gooood. They don't handle food properly, but I figured with all the frying , it's going to kill all the germs.

    (4)

  • Derek K.

    The food hasn't changed for me...but they get an additional star for being on top of it when it comes to preparing the family pack. The family pack for less than $38 comes with kalbi, bbq beef, meat jun, mandoo, 8 veggies (including taegu, mac salad, kimchee), white rice and a drink...NOW THAT'S A LOW PRICE! ;)

    (4)

  • Jaci K.

    Loved it, they give BIG portions! You definitely get your moneys worth!

    (5)

  • Chan K.

    There are better korean bbq out there. the vegetables dont look that great.

    (2)

  • Janis K.

    I love this place ever since my cousin from the *mainland* told me about it. As everyone said, the portions are huge, 3 scoops rice on a regular plate??? Their food is always cooked fresh & the sides are tasty. Today, I tried to use restraint & ordered the mini bento. It was no mini! 2 scoops rice, bbq beef & chicken, along with 2 mini spring rolls. I chose the choi sum & bean sprouts although the mac salad looked so yummy! I had to go back to work so I didn't want to be caught snoozing under my desk after lunch.

    (5)

  • Wendell H.

    Well, I honestly can't say the sides, chicken or pork were as tasty as other Korean places I visited on Oahu. However, the Kalbi was the best I've ever had and the price is right. If I could go back and do it over again, I'd just order a huge portion of Kalbi with no sides. ;-)

    (4)

  • sky i.

    It's not the greatest Korean food in the world, but it can't be beat for it's value. Their best dish, IMO, is their BBQ Pork. It's spicy and tender. Their worst dish is their Bulgoki (thinly sliced beef) which are bland and chewy.

    (3)

  • Miranda S.

    The food is pretty good. There is alot of food. The price is good

    (4)

  • Alice E.

    ginas is one of the best places on island, but they should pay a little more attention to their customer service...there is a worker ( the youngest one of the three, including gina) who is very rude. gina should fire her becuase it was her that most people dont like....

    (1)

  • Andy D.

    Everyone I know raves about this place. After all that talk, I decided to try it on my own during my lunch break. I don't think it lives up to the hype. I got a BBQ chicken plate. The portion size was nice, but it wasn't any more generous than other Korean BBQ. The chicken itself was pretty tasty, but I like L&L's or any drive-in's just as much. The vegetables were good, but again, nothing great. On another occasion, the office brought meat jun for potluck. It was some of the worst meat jun I have ever had - completely bland. I doubt they even added salt to it.

    (2)

  • Micah P.

    Read the Yelp reviews and it's close to home plus have bi bim bap with tofu for gf. Had Gina's special which for $8.95 was a lot of food. Piece of kal bi, bulkoki, chicken, mandoo, squash jun, rice and 4 sides. Much respect. Gf liked her bi bim bap and couldn't finish. Truthfully I was a little disappointed in the bulkoki but the kal bi was great and the bbq chicken was good. Kim chee and pipinole were good. Squash jun and mandoo forgettable. Overall I say it's solid better than Peppa's but not better than a Willow Tree. Still looking for that spot on place on Oahu.

    (3)

  • Matthew L.

    There is a good reason this place is rating #1 for honolulu advertiser for korean food. Great portions, costs little less than other places, and tastes great. I love the Squash Jun plate, and they don't skimpy on veggies. Mac salad, Kim chee (not the weaksauce halms kind), long rice (I dont know how to say it Korean because aint Korean enough), and taegu. Big enough to feed 2 peeps. The mini-bento was also a Kaimuki High School favorite.

    (4)

  • edrick w.

    Everytime I visit I always have to go to Gina's and get their meat jun. You see i'm from la and there is no egg fried meat that is jun. Their portions are huge and their selection is massive. Even trying to get a quick snack and ordering the mini bento is a decent meal in itself. Their sides are probably the best in hawaii, i've had another restaurants kimchi and it was garbage compared to gina's. +5 stars - you got to love the mom and pop restaurants where the food is always going to be solid

    (5)

  • Jordan T.

    Ginas is the place to go for a lot of food at a great price. There is so much meat and the vegetables are always piled high. I can rarely eat all my food in one sitting. I usually order the meat jun or the spicy pork. The kim chee fried rice is awesome too. If you have never been to the market city ginas... you would have to be a fool not to try it

    (5)

  • Tony C.

    This is my new favorite korean plate lunch to date. Compared to other local korean plate lunches, this place wins. Upon first impression, it was a tiny hole in the wall, with loud korean owners, not really smiling and just taking orders. The walls were overwhelmed with pictures and words of all their foods they serve. I didnt really know where to start since there was so many choices, so i just decided on the Ginas Special. That consisted of kalbi, bulgogi, teri chicken, rice, and 4 sides of veggies of choice. My wife and I decided to share just one plate, since the people in front of me were walking out with large take out boxes. For the veggies, we went with kimchee cucumber, mac salad, jap-chae, and cabbage. They had a large 20-once self-serve cups and a water cooler jug, so we opted for water instead of drinks. Within 10 minutes, our order was ready. The food was packed rim high into the largest take out box i've even seen. When i opened the cover, there was so much food, it literally weighed about 5 lbs. Grabbed an extra plate, and divvy'd up our portions. With everything split down the middle, i felt like i still had more food than if i were to go to zippy's. First bite of the kalbi, and i was in heaven,. It was perfectly charred, with tons of marinade and flavor. The bulgogi was a bit dry though. The rest of the food was great. My wife kept raving about the kimchee cucumbers, so i gave the rest of it to her. Price was $8.75 for the food, and was well worth it for 2 people. In the end, she told me the next time we come back, we better come here first for lunch.

    (4)

  • Katrice K.

    I do like Gina's every once in awhile as the food is cheap for the heaping mounds of food you get. One plate lunch is enough to feed me three meals. However, I am not a fan of their meat jun as I have much better ones all over the island and would not recommend the one here. It was very dry and was not tasty. On the other hand, almost everything else that you order here will be tasty and well worth the money. Whenever we have family gatherings when my cousins from the mainland come over, Gina's is always served (minus the meat jun for me).

    (4)

  • J F.

    One of the best Korean plate lunch places. Very generous with their vegetables and their selection of veggie choices is better than most.

    (5)

  • CJ C.

    I was at a function where the food came from Gina's. We had meat jun, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, kal bi and the Korean noodle dish whose name escapes me. The kal bi was tender and tasty, and the sides were generous. Especially liked the taegu. Meat jun was fine. Only the chicken was truly disappointing--very dry and stringy--almost like chicken jerky--which dropped them a star in my book. Overall, Gina's gave good value--large portions of mostly tasty food for a good price.

    (3)

  • Alice R.

    Some tasty korean bbq and great value. You get a lot of food in the Mini Family Pack. It says 2-3 people, but it really feeds 4-5. Well, maybe if you're not starving. I tried the meat-jun for the first time. Pretty good stuff. The Bi Bim Sook was not the best, but still delicious. And seriously, you get a lot of food so it's great for parties.

    (4)

  • Ben F.

    Returned tonight with my roommate. I decided to give Gina's a second chance seeing as it's Easter Sunday and i should forget past wrongs. Anyway, after i ordered my roommate just wanted vegetables so when he ordered from auntie she had this annoyed look on her face like he ordered the wrong thing; as she told my roommate the price he asked if i had spare change and i did but as i told him this auntie says to me, "no, don't give him." I reassured her though that, "No worries, I charge interest" and she laughed and wanted an actual high five from me. Imagine that! So i was about to give her one until my roommate stepped in and intercepted that high-five, auntie was all irritated but eventually i didn't leave her hanging and gave her the high-five she wanted. In the end we all got what we came for: vegetables, a good meal, and a shared high-five :)

    (4)

  • RF V.

    Probably my favorite Korean mixed plate spot so far. The food came in a mound-full and I am always a sucker for friendly and warm family-owned businesses. The lady may look tired or maybe she doesn't smile that often but I can always tell when they are warm and genuine deep down. Sometimes we have to look past the exterior, especially if she's a bit older and has to work her ass off running her little shop around the clock. Food: Ordered the Gina's special, came with kalbi, bulgogi, teri chicken, a gang of rice and four sides. The kalbi was tastey, the bulgogi was a bit dry to my liking, the teri chicken was above-average and the sides were delightful. Got the mac salad, potatoes, kim chee, and bean sprouts. The four sides really help balance out the meat that's piled on. Enough to feed a small family, I had left-overs for 1.5 more meals and it only cost around $8. A lot of people complain that the meats terrible or the wait takes forever but they fail to realize that usually a bulgogi or kalbi meal at a usual korean restaurant can range from $11-$18 a plate and you are still hungry after. $8 for all that food, you have to be a little understanding. They were having a special and gave out free nori to compliment the meal. The owner lady also gave my roommate beef juice to dip the bulgogi in which was nice. In terms of Korean mixed plates, 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Boe T.

    gina's bbq is super ono (good) and the price is not that expensive. this is the best place so far for Korean BBQ rest.

    (5)

  • Clinton C.

    Food = 3 Quantity = +1 Cheap price = +1

    (5)

  • Tim C.

    Totally overrated, meat jun has no flavor at all, other meats are just what you find everywhere else. Veggies are mediocre also.

    (2)

  • Lana K.

    This place is never greedy with their food. The banchan or side vegetables they give are pretty much covering half your plate. All their portions are huge and worth the price. Eating there can get crazy because there isn't a lot of room. They have people constantly coming in and out of that place. I suggest take out. I'm a big fan of the chicken wings. If you ever enjoyed Chicken Alice...there chicken wings are the closest. If not, let me know where I can find them (I don't want the recipe). Sang always hooks it up..thanks!!!!!!!

    (5)

  • Suz K.

    For about $9 I got the Gina's special. Pretty darn good for a crazy amount of food! Again, bf and I split the plate and it was more than plenty. I really was happy that they actually bbq'd the meats - some meat was a little too charred but it didn't kill the meal by any means. The meats (kalbi, bulgogi, and chicken) were very flavorful and not delicately so... it made for soulful eating like at a picnic. Plenty of ban-chan (side dishes). The jap-chae was a bit more oily than I'm used to, but really flavorful. The cucumber kimchee was crisp but hardly spicy. The squash-jun was ok. The man-doo was an eggroll?? hehee It was good though. Mac salad was probably my least favorite since I like it more tart than creamy. The ladies were super nice for being super busy and handed me an extra plate without me having to ask for it. I would definitely frequent.

    (4)

  • Allen L.

    The Mini Family Pack here is awesome! Great food, great, fast service. As other reviewers mention, this is a very small place with only 2 picnic-like tables, so it's better to get take-out. The BBQ beef and bolgogi are especially tasty, so be sure you don't miss those!

    (5)

  • Bonnie C.

    There is a reason why Gina's is one of the only places still standing in this plaza. I've seen countless other places come and go but Gina's BBQ has definitely passed the test of time with flying colors. The food is so affordable and they haven't raised the prices much from when I was in high school. Everything there is good and they give a LOT of food. I can usually split what they give me into two meals comfortably. Their side dishes are freaking awesome. My favorites are the bean sprouts, the choi sum, cabbage, potato, taegu, kim chi, spicy cucumber....wait, did I just name them all? I think I just mentioned most of them. Hm. Yeah, they're all that good. I can make a meal out of their side dishes alone. I'm totally serious. Their meat jun is good and I don't even really like meat jun. Their BBQ chicken is always really good but my personal favorite has got to be their fried mandu....and I don't usually like man du because I prefer to make my own. I don't know what the hell Gina puts in her mandu but I can't get enough of it. You really can't go wrong by going to Gina's BBQ when you want a good plate lunch.

    (5)

  • David D.

    This spot is the bomb and they treat you like family. I love Gina's. continued success to them. Super easy way to keep your customer happy. Smiling faces and great food. You other restaurants need to learn a thing or to from them. aloha

    (5)

  • Tatjana N.

    Food is authentic and delicious. The amount of food you get for the price you pay is crazy. The portion sizes are big. The meat jun is not the best I've had but is still good. I highly suggest the spicy bbq chicken and the kalbi. The service is super fast which is nice even at busy lunch and dinner hours when you come in really hungry and are ready to grub. It would be nice if they had a bigger dining area though. This is my favorite Korean food on the island.

    (5)

  • Esther Y.

    MM, MM! Huge portions of tasty food and lots of choices of side dishes!! This is a place to get fusion Korean and Hawaiian plate lunches!! I think all of us ordered the Gina's special!! It comes with BBQ chicken, BBQ beef, kalbi, and egg roll, squash tempura, rice, and your choice of Korean side dishes. It is a styrofoam take out box filled to the brim with deliciousness. The meat was tender with traditional Korean marinade and sauce. We were staying in a hotel and brought our leftovers home. The meat tasted delicious even when it was cold! They had some of my favorite Korean side dishes, which include bean sprouts, watercress, and cabbage! The noodles were pretty basic Korean glass noodles.

    (4)

  • Grand Master J.

    Good food, good service (they always remember you)

    (5)

  • Ioanna S.

    Oh, Gina's SO rocks. If you're into cheap, delicious Korean/local food, it's the place to be. Every trip back to HNL requires a trip STRAIGHT to Gina's from the airport. All the other reviewers cover it well - great food, cheap, plenty of it. After years of patronizing this establishment, however, I did notice a bit of a trend (and I must have 100 data points). While they are always friendly, they are extra-super-friendly if you have at least one non-white member in your group. So take your Asian friends, it helps. They'll hook you up with all sorts of extra rice and vegetables and stuff if they know you aren't the evil white conquerer.

    (5)

  • Love S.

    I use to frequent this place AHLOT. But since my eye opening PAST experience dating a real korean, I've seen the light. This place has gone downhill. It was great about 8 years ago. I don't believe in Korean fast food plate lunch anymore. Save your Korean fix for real authentic Korean food. Millions or Sorabol. Here, their meat jun is like rubber and the bbq chicken is dry. I rather have good food than plenty food. If you really have to get a Korean plate lunch, Gina's Barbeque is better than pearls, yummy's or peppa's. But be prepared to wait for fricken ever for your food.

    (3)

  • Brad N.

    I tried Meat Jun for the first time in my life at Gina's Barbeque. I don't get what the big deal is. It's just thinly sliced beef, dipped in egg, and lightly fried. It just tasted flavorless and greasy to me.

    (3)

  • Edward K.

    Good Korean BBQ plate lunch. People not from Hawaii will have a hard time understanding what a plate lunch is. Typically, think two scoops of rice, one scoop of mac salad, and one meat dish. It's good and good for you...okay, not really. Obesity is a problem in Hawaii, but having a beach culture kind of evens it out from the public health perspective. I digress, Gina's is more than your typical plate lunch place because it's Korean. They offer a rich selection of vegetables you can personally choose, but these are Korean vegetable dishes (along with mac salad). The meat dishes are also diverse from bulgoki, to kal-bi, to meat jun, to fish jun, to...I could go on. If the proportions intimidate you, order the mini pack. It's guaranteed to fill you up too, unless your BMI is greater than 35.

    (5)

  • cristy n.

    Huge portions, great prices and gotta love the 4 choices of veggies. And i gotta say not too many korean take out places have taegu. Taegu/mac salad is awesome!

    (4)

  • O O.

    don't irk gina.

    (5)

  • onefootlaulau h.

    You can get a Korean BBQ plate from many places in Hawaii, and the process by which these restaurants have structured your order has been refined so much that it's comparable to an anonymous, fast-food drive-thru experience. Which isn't necessarily a bad thing - there's always something to be said for efficiency. But this leads to the reason why Gina's is my favorite Korean BBQ, and my theory as to why Gina's has become such a fixture in Kaimuki. Maybe I can illustrate with something I've witnessed several times: groups of people leaning back in their chairs, rubbing their stomachs in resignation while Gina, who has come from behind the counter, is piling on second or third helpings of rice, kimchee, taegu, etc. How many times do you see that at a Korean BBQ, or any restaurant? As for this review, a warning: I'm not going say much about the taste of the food. The food is great, no doubt, but it is fairly standard fare and honestly, I know of several other Korean places where you can get better X, Y, or Z. But overall, what separates Gina's is their staff (including Gina herself) who are like your aunties at a family dinner, almost hellbent on overfeeding you. Very generous - the sides you ask for are piled onto your plate or stuffed into the takeout box, often creating the most fortunate problem of getting the lid to stay closed. Whenever I get Korean BBQ from somewhere else, I have to hold my tongue when I see the manini portion measured out as if the kimchee itself were stinky red gold. But the friendly staff at Gina's know that piling on the portions isn't going to force them into bankruptcy. It's the other way around - their customers feel rewarded and have become extremely faithful, to the point that it is never unusual to see a person walk in, be greeted warmly, and have their order placed and rung up without more than a "Howzit!" And in this day of faceless servers and by-the-book portioning, I can't recommend the experience at Gina's highly enough.

    (5)

  • Tyler H.

    this place is great. it is the best korean bbq in the area. sang and his family do a great job at this place. all the customers love the service and it is in such a convenient location. the food is great, fire time is fast., price is very affordable, and the portions are huge. they feed me like im starving! thanks for keeping me well fed!

    (5)

  • Wade H.

    Stopped here for lunch/dinner. It's a Wednesday and I was surprised that they had long rice as one of the side dishes. It's usually available only on the weekends. Food is excellent. Tasty! They also give a lot. Prices are reasonable for what you get. Service is friendly and quick! They also accept credit cards if you don't have enough cash.

    (5)

  • Mike C.

    While shopping at the nearby Foodland, I noticed a) there was a short line here and b) my parking space was as valuable as gold (sounds like San Francisco?!). As a result, this was my choice for first meal on Oahu. I ordered the Gina's Special ($8.95) which consisted of two pieces of marinated barbecue chicken, two pieces of bbq kalbi (short ribs), two small pieces of marinated bbq beef, one man doo (equivalent of fried pot sticker), one piece of fried zucchini or squash, my choice of four side dishes/banchan (pickled radish, cooked cabbage, marinated seaweed, and watercress - kim chi, mac salad, potato salad, and stewed potato were also available). While waiting for my food, I listened to a variety of customers ranging from a neighborhood employee picking up food for staff, teenagers with mom waiting in car, and young college types ordering take-out or eating there. The dine in people mostly had the Bi Bim Bap, a large rice bowl combining marinated veggies, kim chi, some barbecue beef, and a sunny-side egg... will try this next time. Feeling under the weather, I took my food to the hotel and ate in my room. The box was heavy and there was more than enough food as I initially finished about 2/3rd's of the dinner, saving the rest for midnight snack (actually, it was 10 pm, but midnight in SF). I combined the remaining portion with two sides that I picked up at Rainbow on the way. The chicken was a bit dry, but fortunately the veggies were moist and tasty enough to offset that; not the best Korean bbq I've had, but not bad. For the amount of food, this was a pretty good bargain. A good stop if you are leaving or on the way to Waikiki.

    (3)

  • Gary A.

    Some of the best korean food on the island.

    (4)

  • Mitch W.

    Great food for the value. Tasty, generous portions, very affordable. Best Korean food on the island.

    (5)

  • NIKKI F.

    What's not to love about Gina's? The food is great, the service is fast and the price is cheap. It has tables for you to eat in, or convenient packing for take out. The fish jun and spicy BBQ chicken, as well as all the sides, are absolute highlights. Give it a try!

    (4)

  • John A.

    Small place BIG PORTIONs : ) I always order the Gina's special.

    (4)

  • Ira K.

    Gina's. This is where I first tried daicon when I came to Hawaii years ago. It was a love affair: Gina: "Side orders?" Me: "Daicon." Gina: "And?" Me: "Just daicon, everything." The novelty of daicon has since abated, but I still go to Gina's for my KBBQ every time. 4 stars for good consistent taste, cheap price, and always good service. I take home, because it is a small, always-crowded shop.

    (4)

  • Van H.

    Gina's frickin awesome!! I bring everyone there... why because I live across the street from it... haha. But not only that but they have the best veggies... they serve large portions and their food is delicious. When my mom doesn't cook, I never cook.. and I am hungry... where do I go... GINAS! The Gina's Special really good...

    (4)

  • Liz T.

    I was craving Korean BBQ at 10PM, so my boyfriend and I came here for no reason other then it was nearby and open. The meat jun was very bland--it didn't taste marinated at all, but it was fried nicely and had a good texture. For excellent, marinated meat jun, hit up O-Bok in Manoa Marketplace. Gina's ran out of 2/3 of the side vegetables, but I guess this is forgivable since it was late. The only things left were cabbage, bean sprouts, mac salad, and seaweed salad. They weren't nearly as yummy as Yummy's sides, which may I add are never empty. I don't love the Korean BBQ there, but the long rice, potato salad, and watercress are addictive--must be the MSG. Here's my Korean BBQ analysis: O-Bok - Diamond in the rough Yummy's - Cubic Zirconia Gina's - Rhinestone from Claire's

    (2)

  • Aiko L.

    this place was recommended to us by a friend who is from hi. so we went, and were not disappointed. the portions were huge, and everything was delicious. the people behind the counter are definitely korean, which is a good thing. i got the bulgogi lunch plate, and i could barely finish half. but it was tasty goodness.

    (5)

  • Cynthia A.

    Mini bento includes a lot of food for $3.95: BBQ Chicken OR BBQ Beef (bulgogi) with rice, 1 mandoo or fried zucchini, and 2 sides. Their choices for sides are simply awesome! I always have trouble deciding what to get. The mac salad is hard to pass up! I used to babysit a really big, cute, haole (white) baby boy. I used to take him on outings and we would sometimes go to Gina's. When Gina was there she would insist I pass the kid over the counter by the register so she and the other korean ladies could hold him. Looked weird, this big white baby with all the ladies fawning over him in korean. Too bad I don't have a picture. A special item they make here: "Korean spicy garlic chicken". It's REALLY good fried pieces of boneless chicken with a sweet shoyu garlic sauce, covered with slices of marinated and cooked garlic!!! YES!!!! Eating a whole plate of the stuff in one sitting gives me a stomach ache, though. Maybe my non-Korean tummy is not up for the task. I don't eat seafood, but YOU may want to try their crab claw plate. Never seen that item at any other korean plate lunch place. Sun-Thurs 10 am - 10 pm Fri-Sat 10 am - 11 pm (nice!) Located in Market City Shopping Center They cater for 10 or more people. For 6 items plus rice and veggies it's $6/person. For 11 items plus rice and veggies it's only $10/person!!! I'm tempted to use Gina's to cater my wedding....You know everyone will like the food! ----- 6/21/07 I have to revise my rating from 5 stars to 3 after having my last meal there this week. I ordered the "Gina's Special" which has the following: Rice - was fine Kim Chee - TASTED LIKE HALM'S BRAND BOTTLED KIM CHEE! Yuck. What happened?! Bean sprout - was yummy. Mac salad - was yummy. "Long rice" (chop chae?) - noodles were either a little dried out or under cooked, and the chunks of cabbage were way too big. Bulgogi - was grey, dry and boring. Teri chicken - was fine. Kalbi - was fine, but a little dry. 1 piece zucchini jun - batter was weirdly very yellow, and seemed like there was no seasoning. Did not come with sauce. 1 piece small deep fried gyoza - was it store-bought? Did not come with sauce. There was nothing special about "Gina's Special" this week. AND, the woman at the counter particularly rude. I think I interrupted her eating. Sorry!

    (3)

  • Jason Y.

    The best take out korean restaurant to me. The prices are reasonable and give very big portions. When you eat there, they would ask if you would like more side order vegetables at no charge. I always order the gina special. Many tourists and college students go there along with the local people. They are always busy and it is always good to make a phone order. The parking stalls are always full since there are so many restaurants around that area. I would recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Jaynie K.

    It's an automatic thing. When one thinks "Korean BBQ", the word "Gina's" pops up. I grew up eating this stuff, and years later, there's no better when you want quick, simple, take out Korean BBQ! Bulgogi and kalbi is always good, but the spicy pork is a new favorite.

    (4)

  • Travis M.

    Why do so much people like this place? I admitt I used to think this place was pretty good in high school. But come on, are way better places. You want meat jun, drive down to wahiawa to Dong Yangs. You want BBQ chicken, kalbi, bbq meat; I can tell you 20+ different places thats better and cheaper. If money is not an issue Yakiniku Seoul is a good choice. One thing I did like from Gina's is their taegu. Other than that go to a real Korean place.

    (1)

  • Jou L.

    Food quality and quantity is great. They could use some customer service and etiquette training though. The ladies working there are rough around the edges.

    (5)

  • Be H.

    We've been going here since little kid days! The food is so broke da mouth, I love it. Whenever we would pick up, she would say hi to my dad, then lift up our to go container, then usually decide it didn't weight enough and throw a few more things in. There vegetables/sides/kim chi is always great. We usually get the mini-family pack, along with something else. Try it, you'll love it!

    (5)

  • Brent K.

    Gina's is pretty good considering the price and the amount of food you get (you'll most likely have leftovers). The spicy pork is great, but for those who are health conscious, this is not for you. Another favorite dish is the chicken katsu with brown gravy. You can't go wrong!

    (4)

  • Noreen F.

    I really enjoy the generous portions of sticky white rice, variety of sides such as sauteed bean sprouts, watercress, kim chi, macaroni salad, ogo salad ordered with bbq chicken, kalbi (Korean "style" teriyaki) or meat jun. (Side note, I remember asking a coworker, here on the mainland, if she had a good "meat jun" recipe and she laughed at me. Apparently, there is no such thing in Korean Cuisine. This dish is yet another Hawaiian-Asian concoction. However, it's all good, because I'm a fan for something different). At Gina's BBQ, you get a great deal and never walk away hungry!

    (4)

  • Theresa K.

    Great value. I've had better Hawaiian/Korean BBQ places in Southern California, but this place kills in terms of portion size and variety. It's hearty, meaty and fills you up if you're extremely hungry.

    (3)

  • Lala E.

    I always get the Meat Jun when I come to Gina's- ALWAYS. The Meat Jun and Taegu at Gina's are the bomb- also I LOVE their Meat Jun sauce. I think the whole Meat Jun plate is like $5.00-$6.00. Can't beat that!!

    (4)

  • Aya T.

    still love the mini bento, it's perfect for an in-flight meal to LA! neighbor in 21A don't get jealous of me, it's called "planning ahead so I don't have to eat the crappy airline food"... HA :).

    (5)

  • Clara K.

    this was our first stop after landing in honolulu. i wasn't sure what to order (there are so many choices, it's a bit overwhelming) but the guy behind the counter was really friendly and advised me to get gina's special since it was my first time there. he said he would substitute meat jun for one of the other meats (bbq beef maybe?) so i ended up with bbq chicken, kalbi (short ribs), meat jun, mandoo, 1 piece of zucchini jun + 4 sides and a huge mound of rice. it was like $8.95 or something for a TON of food. i think i finished like half of it? they heap on the side dishes too. i chose the bean sprouts, mac salad, kimchee, and choy sum and gina added some taegu (seasoned dried fish). it was all very good (except for the fact that the meat jun was dripping with oil) and i really enjoyed the meal. side note: i don't think the meat jun and the choy sum are traditional korean items since i've never seen them in the mainland or in korea. definitely a must-stop for me when i visit oahu in the future!

    (5)

  • klint s.

    ooooh yea this place is on my kanack attack list the side veggies they give is HUGE and very ono as us hawaiians say everthing we orderd with the family pack was awsome good taste good cook awriiiiight

    (4)

  • Wyman J.

    One of my favorites to go when I go to Oahu. I stopped over in Oahu, on my way to Maui, almost solely to go here for the BBQ. The food is great, the prices can't be beat, and you will be stuffed for days after eating one of the plate lunches. Man, thinking about Gina's is making me think about taking a trip back to Hawaii soon.

    (5)

  • StefnScottman I.

    oh man hella grubbin! after all the local food w/no veggies for 4 days we finally went here....and felt a little better....well at least we got some veggies in..we got the mini family pack it was so grubbin....meat jun you gotta try that! it's kinda small in there so it does get packed...and you have to share the table w/other peeps..

    (4)

  • ra c.

    the kalbi was so tough and tasteless & DRY , the bbq chicken was so tough and dry, the long rice noodles were pretty good, the mac salad was also ok, but everything else was really bad. the 2 women were so very hostile and mean---one wanted to get out from behind the counter and yelled at me "MOVE" in the ugliest voice. they added to the bad taste of the food. they may have been very mean to us because it was my first time there, and their ordering system is not that clear for first timers. NO ONE was there and I asked a FEW questions and could see that they were VERY irritated!!!! they may have given me all the dried day old meat on purpose??? i can't believe this place. there are many people in Honolulu who only judge a restauranat by QUANTITY and don't care about quality. i am not one of them. i will never go back again. cheap bad food is not good.--i have never had such hostile treatment in my life.--I would certainly take hostile treatment for good food, but for BAD food????---NO

    (1)

  • Waynele Y.

    also a very worthy fast food korean restaurant.. and the only one where you can pick taegu as a side dish... the taegu is the best, and they give you so much. the mini bento is the best deal. the family meals are great for potlucks.

    (5)

  • Tyrus L.

    First of all, I just wanted to say I started a yelp account just because I wanted to share my experience at Gina's. It was HORRIBLE. It was my first time going, and I heard all the hype about Gina's from my friends... I remember them telling me to get the Gina's Special because that's what everyone else gets.... So I get there... and I ask them, "what's the Gina's Special?" Instead of treating me better (because it's my first time), the counter worker gives me attitude... (I know attitude when I see it. I've been working in the food service for 4 years now). There wasn't even a line behind me, so she could have been at least a little patient with me.. Okay, not a big deal.... I get the Gina's special and when I get to ordering my vegetables, I forgot that it was called taegu, and when I pointed to it, she gave me long rice before I could stop her.... Not a big deal either, except that the guy who ordered before me was pointing to stuff just like I was, but she would ask to make sure it's the right thing before putting it in his plate...... fine, w/e... still got the taegu for the other vegetables... finally I got to eat the food. First off, I am a big korean food fan. I love korean food especially bbq chicken and meat jun. But getting back to Gina's special, the bbq chicken was terrible. It was really burnt and hard as a rock. It was stringy and I'm still trying to pick out a string of chicken between my teeth as I'm typing. The Kal Bi tasted okay but it was pretty thin. The beef was just horrible. Even 7-11 bento beef is better than that. Some of you might think 1 star is pretty harsh, but what does it say? 1- Eek! Me thinks not. 2- Meh. I've experienced better. I've experienced a lot better. I don't plan on ever going back to Gina's. I'd rather get less quantity for better quality at the same price.

    (1)

  • Leslie G.

    Decent food & prices. Good for family packs.

    (3)

  • Berna T.

    Hope you're hungry!! Gina's is a tiny little Korean BBQ joint located in the Market City Shopping Center, where you can pick up a ton (literally) of yummy Korean meats and sides and eat till you're stuffed - and still have leftovers. My friend and I bought a Mini Family Pack, enough to feed 2-3 hungry people, for only $14. Can't beat that with a stick.

    (5)

  • Lily G.

    I only review the stuff I feel strongly about- good or bad and let me tell you...Ginas is freaking bomb!! Best meal I had all week. Honestly it may not be the best but it's consistent and daikon side is yum-o. Thanks Gina for good fast cheap eats.

    (5)

  • Nica N.

    Didn't really care for Gina's. Ordered the meat jun/kalbi plate and mandoo side. They both came with the same sauce. Did not care for the sauce at all because it tasted like watered down fish sauce. Both the food and the sauce didn't have much flavor. Didn't care for the sides either. Maybe I went on a off day, but I wouldn't go back.

    (2)

  • David G.

    Gina's BBQ is good, but the place is EXTREMELY dirty. I took a look at their kitchen and I couldn't believe what I saw. I understand some places are not perfect, but this was beyond dirty. I guess if you are a poor college student and don't mind a little Tomain, check it out.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    I've been hooked on Gina's ever since I first tried it in high school. It's one of my must-go-to places when I'm home for the summer. Definitely one of the best Korean BBQ take out places I've tried. My favorite thing to get here is the meat jhun. NOM NOM NOM!! Very crispy and cooked perfectly. If you come with a group of 3-4 people I would definitely recommend getting the mini family pack. it's ONLY $18.50!! I shared this with two other people and we were all so FULL afterwards. It comes with kalbi, BBQ chicken, bulgogi, meat jhun, mandoo, rice and 4 sides. Totes worth your money! Favorite sides include the tae-gu, cabbage, mac salad, kim chee and bean sprouts. All is gooood in the world when you get so many choices. Parking in the lot can get kind of crazy tight, but I'm sure it will all be worth it. You can also eat in. There are two foldout tables in the restaurant and a counter to sit at. There is also water jug there for your pleasure.

    (4)

  • Kahala H.

    I always enjoy the food here. I can't even cook this amount of food for the cost. My kids are always excited when they know we're going to Gina's.

    (4)

  • Meli B.

    Not sure what all the hype is. Yes, they give you a lot of food for the money but I've definitely had better Korean BBQ. The floor was totally sticky and nasty where I was waiting for our food. The beef bulgogi was super dry as well as the chicken. The meat jun (typically my favorite), was greasy like they threw it in the fryer instead of pan frying. The mandoo tasted like it had been sitting around for a day and not fully fried. The best thing about the meal were the sides. Maybe we came on an off day. Sorry Gina's, won't be coming back here!!!

    (2)

  • Sara S.

    Things I love right when I get home from LA: -Warm weather after stepping off plane -Friendly people -My mom picking me up with a plate of Gina's meat jun and my favorite sides!!!!!!! I LOVE GINA'S. I always have to go here. The portions are HUGE, it's pretty cheap, and who could forget, it's NOM NOM NOM!!! I always get meat jun. I love the sauce that comes with the meat jun. I'm not exactly sure what it is, but it is slightly sweet!! Gina's Special (BBQ chicken and Kalbi) is good as well. So is their chicken katsu. Okay so everything is good.... can't really go wrong. Aside from their main dishes, what really makes Gina's kickass for me is their sides. Tae-gu, corn, seaweed, cabbage, kim chi, mac salad, spicy chicken (when they have it), I wish I could have more than 4 choices for sides!!!!!! They always pile the sides on!!! :D "Meat jun whatchu like?" "Can I get tae gu" "And den" "hmmm cabbage" "And den.." AH I LOVE GINA.Yes, to top it off, Gina and the other aunty there are HILARIOUS. They definitely know the regulars and talk story. The only downside for me is that sometimes it takes a really long time to get your food.. but that's because they are hella busy!!! TIP: if you have time, you should eat in. Gina always asks you if you want more vegetables if you eat there and it appears as if you are almost finished with your sides. :D If you are in a rush, you can also order by phone and pick up! They cater!!!!!

    (5)

  • Kyle H.

    I have been on a Korean food hiatus so I was uber excited to try Gina's for the first time after hearing people say this place is like a local institution. I ordered the 2 item combo - spicy BBQ chicken and meat jun with brown rice and a drink. This set me back about $12 (extra charge for brown rice.... Strike one.) I'm very sad to report that every item on my plate was virtually indistinguishable other than by texture and looks. This was the blandest plate of food I've ever eaten in my entire life. Even the meat jun sauce provided, a watery sweet sour like sauce (not a shoyu-like sauce you'd get from other Korean plate lunch spots) did nothing to add flavor to the oily and rubbery meat. My spicy chicken wasn't even hot! They did give a huge portion of veggies though, which is always my fave part but unfortunately, these were bland too. I do think it was a nice touch to add the little spring roll and squash jun to the plate though. With the plethora of Korean BBQ options out there, needless to say I won't be dining here again and technically I don't consider my meal here as having broken my Korean food hiatus... Because I didn't even taste it!

    (2)

  • Jason W.

    This has nostalgia for me hence the 5 stars. In college, we would hit this place on the regular and I just went back today for the first time in at least 5+ years with my homie from UH and Gina's did not disappoint. I was hedging between the Meat Jun (which would have been a no brainer before) and the Chicken Katsu. I don't eat much beef, if at all, these days so I opted for the Chicken and I was not disappointed. For the price you pay, the amount of food you get, it's a pretty awesome deal. Gina's is a win for sure!

    (5)

  • Dan H.

    A friend introduced me to this place while I attended UH back in the late 90's early 00's and fell in-love with Gina's. Every time I visit, Gina is the first place I go to to get "grinds" as the locals would say. It may not look enticing for it is tucked between other spots but I guarantee you, you will not be disappointed. Plenty of food to go around. Portions are island style portions and island style priced. Love Gina's. I suggest if you visit Hawaii, go hungry and as soon as you get off the plane, go to Gina's immediately.

    (5)

  • Aaron W.

    (NOTE: From a November 2012 visit) The inside is still the same as my last visit. Since I was eating with my parents and grandma, two plate lunches would suffice. I'd be getting Gina's Special ($9.95) again, but my eyes also darted to the Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken ($8.50). Each plate comes with four sides, so we chose options such as long rice, taegu, kimchi, choi sum, and corn. Gina's Special is a king-sized portion of food that includes teriyaki beef, BBQ chicken, kalbi, spring rolls, mandoo, three scoops of rice, and four sides. As usual, delicious, excellent food. Juicy meat, crispy spring rolls and mandoo, and tasty sides. Even my dad (who doesn't care for spicy food) stated that Korean Spicy Garlic Chicken was pretty mild. That being said, another home run in terms of flavor -- and that's the most important thing, fellas. I saw slivers of roasted garlic included with the crispy chicken. The addictive sauce flavored the bed of rice. Would I get this again? Hell flippin' yeah. The unagi (eel) plate got my attention, but at $18.75 for a full plate and $10 for a half-portion, my wallet wouldn't have been so kind. We got our order in around 11:30, just before the lunch rush arrived. Just like the first time (and every time I've been here), Gina's delivered on quality and quantity. There's a reason why this establishment has been winning numerous awards over the last 20+ years. It's really that good. Well worth any wait you encounter.

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :10:00 am - 10

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : No
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : No
    Caters : Yes

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