Annie Z.

This small mom and pop shop has amazing Korean kalbi for a very reasonable price! They were so nice as well! I was a bit clumsy and as soon as I got my food, I dropped all of it. The shop owners graciously gave me an entire new meal. :) so kind. They also gave me glass noodles when I didn't realize it counted as one of the 4 sides. I would highly recommend this place for folks visiting Hawaii. I actually don't think most of the Asian foods I've had here have been very authentic but this place definitely passes the bar. The kimchee was great too. Don't forget to bring cash!
(5)
Brian M.

5 Stars for cheap eats in Waikiki! *Breakfast Review* Me's Bar-B-Q is located on Uluniu St, almost on the corner near Kuhio Ave and across the street from Musubi Cafe Iyasume. It was to early for a Korean plate, but damn Me's had a lot of choices of tasty looking Korean eats to choose from. Clean, small hole in the wall place with tables outside to enjoy your food. It's a Plate lunch style kind of joint, but the $5 breakfasts is WELL Worth it as portions are generous and hit the spot if you're seeking a simple breakfast without breaking the bank. With all that money you saved on brekkie you'll be able to walk across the street to Musubi Cafe Iyasume and get some Ono musubi's or bentos for later. Tell me where in Waikiki can you 2 Ono breakfasts and 2 coffee's for under $13? Brekkie is served from 7-10:30am Mon-Sat Definitely one of the Best cheap eats in Waikiki!
(5)
Catalina T.

It was late in Hawaii and I had a craving for some tasty meat. Luckily this place was open. I thought it would have been a bit more fusion like (Korean food with Hawaiian food) but it was mainly Korean but hey! surprisingly, very tasty Korean bbq in Hawaii. The place was pretty crowded (inside with people waiting to order and outside with people enjoying their food). The husband and I decided to get an order to go. We ordered the kalbi, bbq beef, side of mac/pasta salad, corn and cucumber in kim chi. Being that I am from SoCal and for me to say that this place has solid Korean BBQ, trust! It's also super affordable. Also, keep in mind that the portions are large! I would recommend checking this place out and getting it to go if you are staying near by.
(4)
Nessa R.

We mustve walked by this place 10 times before actually trying it. It always smelled so good and we finally decided to try it before leaving. We didnt try any of the korean bbq or other korean foods cause we were looking for something lighter so we opted for the spam and egg with rice which was delicious. The egg was light and the spam was fried nicely. I had asked for egg whites but the lady seemed confused, but the scrambled eggs was just fine :) Its a very simple place with their seating outdoors. But they have a lot to offer in terms of menu items and flavors. Its like Korean-Hawaiian fusion! Our next trip back here, we'll try the rest of the menu!
(4)
Sandra S.

Thee boyfriend & I ordered #4 & #1. The katsu meal & the ribs. Each meal comes with 4 sides & rice, place is pricey. About $14 a plate, but the food is actually pretty delicious. It's a really small spot so we took our food to go but there are seats outside.
(4)
Gina P.

If you like Asian fast food this is a good place to hit up in Hawaii. They have good variety on their menu. Entrees are huge.
(4)
Allen W.

Best Korean BBQ in Waikiki, small place but great food!! Will come back again, and try the special!
(5)
Kim l.

Just a few blocks away from the Waikiki Banyan. If you are craving some korean food this is the place to go. I ordered the korean short ribs combo. It comes with 2 scoops of white rice and four sides. I got the corn, mac salad, kimchi and cucumbers. We also got the wonton soup. Everything was tasty. It's a lot of food. We had plenty to eat the next day. There is outside seating if you want to eat there. Cash only.
(4)
Christina N.

Yo those under 5 star folks must've just went on an off day. You know, those days where you're feeling a little under the weather or you just had to deal with some tough customers...or idk something along those lines...point is, I refuse to believe that they were unsatisfied with their meal...especially the Kalbi. Overpriced!? Ya'll must be out of your mind. Hell naw, for what you get, you ought to be paying more. I think the shear fact that this spot is located in a very prime location, a couple blocks from Waikiki Beach, justifies it's prices. But it sure as hell is far from pricey. Excuse my outrage but to put it in perspective, I ordered the Kalbi & BBQ Chicken combo, and it fed me for 2.5 meals. And c'mon their breakfast plate is $5...that's cheaper than McDonalds! I'm not the type to revisit an eatery, especially when I'm on vacation; just because I'm all about seeing everything that's out there and comparing...but it was no compromise to visit this place for a second time during my trip. You even get four korean side dishes with your order, choose some broccili or cabbage to aid your health conscience but try their glass noodles, cause it's literally the best I've had in my life...and I've had a Korean roommate for 3 years. Try it for yourself!
(5)
Halye F.

We had 4 nights in Waikiki and ate here 3 times. This food is insanely good if you love Korean BBQ and hole in the wall gems.
(5)
Lauren K.

Me's surpassed all my expectations for a perfect fusion plate lunch meal. Think Korean BBQ meets Hawaiian - at least that's the vibe I got. It's a little hole in the wall off the beaten path by the Hyatt Regency & doesn't look like much from the outside but do not doubt me when I say this place is THE REAL DEAL. For the same price for chipotle (basically) you get yourself an insane amount of food - I got the number 36 (or 34 something like that I can't recall...) it was the Katsu/BBQ beef plate and it was unreal! If you're going, definitely get 2 different meats just to get a variety of flavors! The helpings are generous and just so so good. The meats were cooked perfectly and served over a bed of amazing rice with some #boss sides!! I had the macaroni salad (not too much mayonnaise which I appreciate), broccoli, corn, and noodles. Every single item was on point - no complains about anything AND we got a free refill on the soda which isn't always the case at these little places. The dining space can be a little tight but hey - don't let it throw you off!! Not worth it! Grab a table if you can and maybe meet some new people if you have to share with others... I promise, it's okay to meet new people and actually have a conversation; if not take your food down to the beach and chow there. It's a win win situation. Long story short, if you're missing Me's you're missing a culinary experience worthy of a laudatory DDD review. I ate as much as I could but ended up leaving with a ton of leftovers that I can't wait to sneak into later!
(5)
Soo H.

Foodie #1: "We discovered Korean barbecue in this town." Lisa: "Uh, before the Koreans?" Foodie #2: "Oh, sure, they cook it, but they don't get it." The Simpsons Hawaii is one of my fav spots in the world. Friendly people. Lovely greenery. Delicious foods. I had my first plate lunch in Maui. :-) I have had plate lunches in San Diego but they weren't as good. I noticed some of my yelper friends had already visited Me's BBQ. Place looks family run. Nice lady marked my takeout container and put it in the secret area. A bit later the container was filled with my order. I ordered a kalbi bbq, bbq beef combo with Korean noodles. Incredible flavor from the tender bbq beef. Was sliced thin and the kalbi like marinade was absorbed into every molecule . There was also a smoky aroma from the grilling. :-) Kalbi was very tender and juicy. Flavor was like that of the bbq beef but not as strong. Korean noodles was like a cross between pancit and lo mein. Very tasty. Had a sample of the bbq chicken. Delicious flavor and aroma from the grilling and the marinade. Might have been a teriyaki marinade... Excellent food here, nice staff, and the price was under $15 a full meal.
(5)
Kat D.

My sister & brother-in-law introduced me to this place & i'm so glad they did! This little hole in the wall is located just down the street from Waikiki beach & makes a great place for either breakfast, lunch OR dinner. They have a pretty extensive menu so there's much to choose from between Hawaiian & mostly Korean food. The food portions are huge & the prices are really CHEAP. The dishes I've tried here so far include: Spam w/eggs & rice Bibimbap Chicken Katsu Seafood pancake Seaweed Soup Macaroni Salad Kalbi/ BBQ Everything i've tasted so far have all been superb but my absolute favorite is the Kalbi...it probably has to be the best i've had. MmMmm... Seating is outdoors & very limited; I think there's only about 5-7 tables. and if you do come here, don't forget to bring CASH (cash only)
(5)
Jeff K.

This place was recommended and I'm glad we tried it. Great food and reasonably priced. They only take CASH so be prepared. Mahalo!
(4)
Michael S.

I was staying nearby at a Sheraton. I wanted to find a non-tourist trap kind of place. I succeeded. There is no indoor seating and about five tables outside. I ordered the Na's Special which comes with BBQ beef and chicken, Fish Jun and Fried Man Doo. Don't ask me what the last two are, but they were good. It also comes with three sides. I got kimchee, macaroni salad and veggies along with the white rice. I only ate about half of the meal, as there was way too much food. I wish I could have eaten it all, as this was thebest meal I had in Honolulu.
(5)
Ryan H.

This food is legit and tasty. I ordered the Chicken-Katsu and Meat-June plate. It was served with two scoops of rice and 4 sides. Yep, four! Lots of food and good deal for the money. Everything is made fresh to order and is authentic and tasty. I really enjoyed the fresh kimchi as well as the steamed broccoli for my sides. I also had a side of shrimp- June which was ONO! This to me is what a local Korean BBQ should be. Fast, fresh, affordable, and tasty. The sauces are spot on and the variety of food options is amazing. They also do catering and events. Bring cash as this is a cash only establishment. There is not really seating inside but they have plenty of tables and chairs on the patio.
(5)
Mary T.

Cheap and fast eats on Waikiki Beach. Combo plates are between $10-$14 and they're enough to share with two! Small space, but great Korean food.
(4)
Caeser M.

If you love Korean food, you'll like this place. The food is serve kinda like at a fast food Chinese place. After selecting your traditional Korean side dishes, your main entree is prepared fresh. The prices are typical for Waikiki standards (around $15/plate). Outside seating is very limited, but the food is worth picking up. I got the short ribs (kalbi), which were juicy and tender. They also serve breakfast.
(4)
Dong T.

Love the people, love the food. -1 star because hot sauce is extra. No indoor seating. Watch out for the fire ants outside
(4)
Kelly S.

One of the best Korean places I've ever tried hands down. It's a hole in the wall near Waikiki and the prices are super affordable. There's usually always a line around lunch and dinner time but it's worth the fresh cooked food! I ordered the kalbi and bbq chicken and they were sooo good. My friends and I loved this place so much we came 3 nights in a row? A little obsessed ... I know. LOL but for the price you pay you get so much food!! Along with your choice of meat you get FOUR sides!! And they're super generous when it comes to their sides. You can pick from corn, kimchi, bean sprouts, broccoli, those Korean noodles( totally forgetting what they're called ), spicy cucumbers, mac salad, and I'm probably forgetting two more. I need veggies when I eat and this place gives the prefect portion! Overall amazing place for Korean food! I'll always eat here at least once when I visit Oahu!
(5)
Roxanne H.

Got the #1 for lunch at 12:15pm with Mac, broccoli, cucumbers & Kim chee totalling $13 & change. Huge portions and lots of flavor! The meat was very fatty and chewy. Only had to wait 5 minutes.
(4)
Anson W.

Don't go off the grid. On the window outside is their full menu with pictures of everything, with items numbered and laid out in a grid. We ordered the BBQ Beef and BBQ Chicken from this menu; both were $10.50 for the full plate option. We also ordered the Seafood Pajun for $12, which was not on the regular menu but was pictured separately on the door. The beef and chicken plates gave us a lot of meat, a bit too much rice, and four small sides of our choice (cabbage, broccoli, potato salad, tofu, bean sprouts, kimchi, etc). Pretty good bang for the buck. Since the Seafood Pajun was more expensive than the plates, I was expecting it to be really good. Unfortunately though it was thick, there was way more pancake than seafood, and the texture was firm-ish but not crispy. Verdict: skip the pajun and go for a plate. And bring cash, cuz that's all they take.
(3)
Jenn N.

I love this place. For half of our trip to Hawaii, we stayed right across the street. And although we were supposed to try different foods, we kept wanting to go back here. The portions are huge and the quality of the food is incomparable to other Hawaii BBQ places. We got the combo plate with both BBQ chicken and short ribs, yummy noodles, and other sides.. I think it was less than $12-13 for it and my bf and I shared it and couldn't even finish it. There was so much food in that little to go container that my heart danced with joy when I opened it. I really miss this place and wish there was something like it in the Bay Area :(
(5)
Melissa C.

Had the Chicken Katsu and BBQ beef. Portions and price are very good for Waikiki. Only about $14 for a two meat plate with 4 sides. I was a little disappointed in the macaroni salad, not much flavor and the texture was off. Other than that, the meal was delicious.
(4)
Amy Y.

Cheap eats in Waikiki. Yeeee! Small dining place with 5 tables outside. We ordered the regular size BBQ chicken with 4 sides and 2 scoops of rice. The plate was decent priced with decent amount. The food was great. The BBQ chicken wasn't burnt like how Yummy's would. The sides were pretty good. They have more a lot of options on the menu. Will be back if I crave korean food.
(4)
Carla S.

This place is awesome! Get the never 1 it's the best! Cash only and get there early when the food is fresh
(5)
Vincent K.

Solid flavors and good portions. They only take cash do that's a bit of a drag, but not that big a deal. Got the sunny's plate which is the combo plate with ribs ($12). It's served with two scoops of rice and four sides (mac salad, clear noodles, broccoli, cucumber Kim chee, Napa cabbage, bean sprouts, and cole slaw). I got the mac salad, cucumber Kim chee, clear noodles, and broccoli. Everything tasted great minus two dumplings which were a bit greasy, but at the given price point I can't complain. It does get a bit crowded but at least you know the meat is actual being cooked to order vs. having everything ready made.
(4)
Andrew L.

Great tasty food for a great price. It was right across from our hotel so it was really convenient. I tried both the beef and ribs combo and the chicken and both are great. Don't be fooled by the take out aspect or you will miss some of the best Korean BBQ.
(4)
Catherine G.

The one thing about Hawaii... there is plenty of Asian food to go around. AND a lot of it in fast food form. Knowing that, and understanding that fast food Asian food is just that, I was still expecting something better than I got. Again, another review on Yelp pointed me to this direction. My husband was tired from his commute so I went to just get some take out. Understanding that there is only so many pieces of meat (Kalbi) I ordered two portions of that and a plate of meat jun. Ok, not sure if its just me and I just don't like meat jun or it wasn't good meat jun but I did not like it. So chalking that up to preference lets move on to the Korean Kalbi. Lets face it folks, most people know what kalbi is, how it should taste and look. Only... I'm Korean so I'm probably even more discerning than most. Well.... lets just say... getting globs of fat on my meat, not my thing. Even my husband, who just eats whatever commented that there was a LOT of fat on his kalbi. The portions of sides are generous, the rice (overly generous) but all in all, the meat itself just disappointed me. I'm surprised to see so many people who rated this place so high. So being these are my people, I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and maybe try it again. I dunno. But right now, I wouldn't go back.
(2)
Alan K.

Giant portions and awesome mac salad. I ate here twice in two weeks, and honestly I think mostly it was due to the delicious mac salad. Sure, it was sitting under the glass counter for who knows how long. But it was fantastic. More seriously, the kalbi/bulgogi combination was a little fatty/stringy for my taste. I enjoyed the meat jun/chicken cutlet combo much more. Of course, it's all kinda greasy and everything is drenched in sauce and you feel like doing nothing after you eat, least of all going to the beach and taking your shirt off and sitting in the sun. That sounds like a nightmare to me, actually. For real, it's all about the sides. Cash only though, they need to get the square!
(3)
Keun W.

We live next door, so this is our go to place when we are in the mood for fast food Korean. It's around $10 or more per plate, but they give you a lot of meat (I usually order the kalbi dish or the Sunny Special). I just wish they gave a little more sides. I mean the amount, because you get to pick 3 or 4 sides. But they give you enough rice, which is good :)
(4)
Evan S.

One of my favorite dishes on the island. I always get the bbq chicken, triple Mac salad and broccoli. It's always delicious. I've had to wait for a few extended periods of time while they were busy, but it is understandable and worth it. The only real downside I've ever had was not having cash and having a me's craving. Their portions are huge too. For $11 I get two full meals
(4)
Tina T.

Stumbled across this place as we visited Honolulu. A little hole in the wall place. No dining in but they have tables outside to sit at. Everything comes in styrofoam containers. This is a must try when visiting Honolulu. My husband ordered #15. Sunnys special. Comes with 2 scoops of white rice and 4 sides vegetables. ( broccoli. Corn. Kim chi. Cole slaw. Cucumbers in kim chi ) The meats were Kal Bi which is bbq short ribs. They were delicious. So much flavor and very tender. Also there was Meat Juan which is thinly sliced beef dipped in egg batter and fried. He said it was very good. Also there was bbq chicken included which had a bourbon kind of taste. Also very good. And yes theres more. A fried man doo which is a dumpling. Also very good. All this for $12.00. I pretty much ordered the same thing minus the Meat Juan. And it was so good. The flavors were spot on. We saw a lot of locals ordering and we over heard a local tell some tourist that this was the best Korean food on the Island. I wish we had more time here would love to try there other stuff. A must try in Honolulu.
(5)
Yuan C.

Looking for some delicious and cheap Korean comfort food in Waikiki area? Me's BBQ is your place! It has a mom and pop's restaurant vibe with tons of options to choose from. I was in a very carniverous mood and ordered the #34, with kalbi BBQ and BBQ beef. It came with a scoop of rice and 4 sides! I chose the kimchi, potatoes, glass noodles, and bean sprouts as my sides. It took about 15 minutes for the food to get ready, which is fair because I think they make the meat to order. There were very generous portions of both the kalbi and BBQ beef! Both tasted tender, savory, and all around delicious! Out of the 4 sides, I liked the potatoes the most! They were perfectly mushy with a sweet flavor :) By the way, if you order a canned/bottled drink, make sure you recycle! The cute little owner pretty much manned the trashcan to make sure we recycled lol
(4)
Greg H.

If you are in Waikiki and looking for an inexpensive place to go and don't mind eating your food next to a guy at a bike/car rental kiosk and hungry birds then this is your place! Eat on the shady patio or take it to the beach or your hotel. With all of the luxury development there aren't many places like this left in Waikiki, a true hole in the wall with very good food. I order the Na's Special which I think of a the sampler plate. Mmm. The funny thing is when you order they still want to know what you want. You can choose your sides on each selection. I eat a hearty amount but some couples could share an order and be happy. The service isn't warm and fuzzy but that's ok. I save 5 stars for the very best of food, hence the 4 stars but this is sound food and a super value with large portions for the area.
(4)
Johnelle P.

I guess I came here during rush hour or something. The people who work there are so nice. Unfortunately, the price and the food wasn't all that great. The meat jun was very thin and it wasn't even completely coated with the egg thing. The chicken was super dry. The vegetables were delicious though! I think if they have a vegetable plate option, I'll go with that next time :) It's kinda in a corner area and there's some seating. You may have to share a table with strangers though. It's cash only here. I am so glad we decided to pull out some money beforehand.
(3)
Karl B.

Really great food. First time there and the food was awesome. Will definitely come back
(5)
Kat S.

As soon as we got to Honolulu, we said we were only going to eat at local places and this place was a gem. glad it was a decent walk from our hotel to me's that we could start digesting after stuffing our face. its a small place you walk-in order and pick out your sides, wait for it to be ready, try to find a seat in the couple of tables, portions are generations oh yea theres no restroom. great combos available usually comes with 4 sides. i know 4 sides! quality of food was great. cant beat the prices. we visited this place at least 3 times in our 5 day stay. Got to go try it. you wont regret it.
(4)
Stephanie M.

Awesome Korean food. There's always a line out the door. And you seriously get your money's worth.
(5)
Mike M.

Came here last night for dinner.. All the 5 star reviews were spot on. My gf and I had the #1 Kal bi bar-b-q which was really really good. 4 slabs of meat, 2 scoops of rice, and 4 sides. The meat was tender and the sauce was delicious, rice perfectly cooked, and the mac salad/potato dish were delicious as well. Only two negatives was that they only take cash and this place is a whole in a wall, don't expect a fancy restaurant. Its best to pick up your food and eat at the beach.
(5)
Odille C.

This Korean restaurant is a hole in the wall establishment across the street from the Pacific Monarch in a violently pink building. It is cash only for those planning on paying with card. I ordered the meat jun and kalbi, but was sadly disappointed by the quality of the meat jun as it was thin and rather tasteless. The kalbi on the other hand was tender and rather moist. Maybe, I just didn't choose the best things on their menu. I'm rather on the fence about this establishment. If you are going here there is an ATM in the shop next door.
(3)
Suavecito m.

Inexpensive , simple Korean spot a couple blocks away from the beach. Not the most fabulous spot but it gets the job done but with so many great spots nearby you have to be tough on the grading scale.
(3)
Ali U.

Expect leftovers! Good food at a great value. Love the meat jun and bean sprout salad.
(4)
Mary N.

Large Portions! Great Prices. We tried a few things on our visit and liked them all. No indoor seating but they have a few tables outside. Great for take-out after a long adventure filled day!
(5)
Christian A.

Definitely feel like I wasted money. I'm from the San Francisco bay area and I eat A LOT of kbbq. This is overpriced and totally not worth it. I got the kalbi (shorts ribs) with chicken katsu. The short ribs were the thickest slices of kalbi I've ever had. Kalbi is not supposed to be sliced fat like that. It was also super undercooked and had zero flavor. Definitely not even marinated. The katsu was alright, but then again how hard is it to screw up chicken katsu. The sauce was definitely weird and felt really random and the flavors definitely clashed. They only have outdoor seating which they never clean or wipe down, like ever. If you want good BBQ and want to get your moneys worth, go somewhere else.
(1)
Karry L.

It's a great lunch and dinner option if you're in the area! It's more like a take out place w outdoor seating, a couple of blocks from the beach! As a tourist in waikiki area, this was one of the most satisfying meal I had! Owed and run by Korean, numerous options of BBQ and other dishes, you can chose BBQ by itself, or combo which comes w white rice and 2 sides, of cos I opted for BBQ sliced beef combo w japae and marinated potato. BBQ was marinated to perfection. Everything was so delicious that I managed to finish my entire combo box! Then I walked it off at the diamond head =)
(4)
Kerry L.

Hidden gem in Waikiki! This small store front korean BBQ has the most delicious kalbi I've had. Not only the serving is generous (serves 2 for a light snack) but also gives you 5 sides on top of your meal platter. The choices of the sides included simmered potatoes, japchae, broccoli, sweet corn, kimchi and some other items. I'm not a big fan of rice so the lady gave me the option of choosing an extra side which was perfect. In my one week vacation there, we ordered 3-4 times from this place.
(5)
Nina G.

Quick, friendly customer service. Portions were generous and I loved the variety of side salads and veggies. (You get to choose four to go with your main dish!) Everything was delicious!
(4)
Zhi Qiang J.

Owned by Koreans and quite good. Their sides aren't the best but the plate lunches were solid. The kimchi was soso, but the prices were good enough to not mind it! Would go again if I come back on vacation for sure.
(5)
Mui K.

Talk about hole in the wall. This place is across the street from the Monarch hotel and serves Korean/Hawaii cuisine. Perfect place for a quick bite before starting your day. +Large selection. All kinds of korean food from bim bim bap to galbi to man doo. Also your typical "hawaiian food" like spam or Portuguese sausage with eggs. +Nice service. Seems to be family own and they're really nice and sweet. -Cash only. -Limited slightly dirty outdoor seating.
(4)
Joe P.

Dis hole in da wall, is really a "hole in a wall". Me's is located in the side of the Pacific Grove Hotel on Uluniu near Kuhio in Waikiki. If you are walking on the wrong side of the street, this place is easy to miss. However, Me's has food as good as fancier Korean places, that is easy on your kala (dollar). The menu is expansive w/ standards like kalbi, bi bim bap, and man doo kooksoo. However, Me's also offers eggs w/ spam, portuguese sausage or corned beef hash. My friend ordered #36: Kalbi & chicken katsu ($12), and I ordered the BBQ chicken side order ($8 - no rice or side dishes). The kalbi was void of any fat you find at a lot of places. The katsu was not overcooked and the katsu sauce is so special people ask for extra, and Me's charges 25 cents. Full plates come w/ four sides and my friend chose cucumber, bean sprouts, mac salad and broccoli. All of the veggies were fresh and crunchy: 4 Stars. The BBQ chicken was nicely marinated, moist and tender. The portion was very large and I was stuffed afterwards. The service was quick and efficient. The ambiance is a few tables outside. The only downsides are cash only and it is closed on Sunday: 4 Stars. Me's is a hidden gem just a couple blocks up from the ultra-touristy Kalakaua Ave. However, locals will line up around the corner to enjoy some hearty K food.
(4)
Peter L.

Pretty good food. Fast service and there was a good selection of sides. The food was pretty tasty and whilst the atmosphere was take out it hit the spot. Nothing pretentious about this joint but worth the visit.
(4)
Bernice L.

Large portions and located right in Waikiki. Not bad if you're looking for a cheap but filling meal. However, I've had much better Korean food back at home. We ordered the kalbi meal which came with four sides! Kalbi was fine but not mind blowingly delicious. Decent place to try if you're looking for non-touristy places right off the main strip.
(3)
Lance P.

Had the special and Shrimp Jun... If you like seafood, get the Fish Jun hands down best. The BBQ chicken and Beef are excellent.
(4)
Tati P.

I used to live around the corner from this place but never had a thought of trying their food until my bf told how amazing their food is. They are a small, whole in the wall kind of place. There are tables to sit if you plan on staying out. Great variety of foods and loveLOVE how generous they make their portions. My usual is the chicken katsu w/shoyu potatoes, corn, mac, and tofu. Sometimes I order half mandoo, half meat jun when I feel like eating something else. I would very much so recommend this place to a friend
(5)
Maygan C.

Good cheap Korean food $ Better off to bring food back and eat in your room as it's walking distance to all Waikiki beach hotels if it's busy 1) order indoor with self serve outdoor seating (almost like eat on the street with no view) 2) cash only 3) 8 tables only and since it is self serve ... Bring your own wet naps to clean table and chairs 4) no restroom 5) closed Sunday 6) no parking
(4)
Nick M.

I love this place! Every time I've come here it's always been clutch. Great KBBQ meals amongst others. Breakfast is awesome because it's so simple and affordable. The location is small and simple just the way I like things to be. If you are staying at the hotels near Waikiki this definitely a spot to grab a bite to eat. Especially great after swimming or surfing. Only thing that's a bummer is they don't except card. Only CASH. Other than that love eating here.
(4)
Lindsey N.

I am always craving Korean food and this place hit the spot! I am so glad I had cash and a good friend to circle the block with the car while I got out and ordered to go. There was no parking around anywhere. We ordered a sunny special and katsu plate and a mini beef plate that was far from being mini! It came out a little over $30 which wasn't bad at all after you see the portions that they squeeze into those styrofoam containers. You get to pick 4 banchan to go with each plate and it comes with a big portion of rice. The special combo had chicken, galbi, mandu, and beef jeon. It was a great sampling of all the things I wanted to try. The katsu was perfectly crispy! The galbi was flavorful but a bit fatty... but there was so much food I just wanted a taste of it anyways. I scarfed down the japchae and mac salad real quick! It was all so good! Glad my sister found this place!
(4)
Vikki C.

Good food, reasonable prices, servings are big, staff friendly. Could have a line during dinner rush hour but if you get there early its not too busy.
(4)
Raechel S.

Just like all the other reviews have stated, this little hole in the wall is definitely wallet friendly. Expect two meals for the price of one and delicious as well. The service isn't all that but it's always busy, so I'm sure the husband/wife team have plenty going on to not worry about being courteous 100 percent of the time. We got the fish jun and chicken teriyaki combo plate and couldn't stop eating the whole heaping to go container! Cash only so come prepared.
(4)
Amber M.

A hidden gem in waikiki! For locals and tourists alike. Great tasting Korean food with the option to pick from several delicious sides. My boyfriend and I got Kalbi in our meals so it was much higher priced then the other options so be aware of that! The quality of food was way beyond the price. We were given and large and fair portion of meat with a large amount of rice. The sides also given in a big portion. Both myself and my boyfriend couldn't finish it all in one sitting. If you are looking for a quick, less expensive option compared to all the fancy places that surround you in Waikiki I highly recommend this place! I'm not Korean but I do live in LA and the food is no different then the food home.
(4)
Peter J.

Decent togo Korean BBQ place. Big portions for the price, especially for Waikiki.
(4)
Edward W.

I stayed at the Waikiki Prince Hotel and this place was only a block away. I ordered the full meat jun for breakfast and it was just the right amount of food for two people. Our food took about 10 minutes since there were a couple orders ahead of us. It was raining quite heavily that morning and they don't have any indoor seating. We ended up sitting outside underneath a huge umbrella, which kept us dry for the most part.
(4)
Helen L.

Great place to get some good Korean BBQ! One dish comes with more than enough food to share with another person.
(4)
Yuna D.

I can't believe I found authentic Korean food in Waikiki. I actually got super homesick after eating at this place. I gave this place 3 stars, but it's not because of the food. The food here is amazing--I inhaled the Haemool Pajun (Seafood pancake). We get the medley with the fish jun, bulgogi, and Chicken, which also comes with your choice of four sides. We got the namul (great), kimchi (perfectly fermented), mac salad (yum!). Portions are large, but it was quite expensive. My mom does Korean food catering, so I felt guilty paying so much. The seafood pancake we got was $12. wtf. I get it with importing ingredients and stuff, but it should not cost THAT much. Also, what is it with that woman's attitude? I know us Koreans have this comrade thing going where we're all smiles when we see each other, but this woman did NOT want to talk (or smile). I asked if she sold naengmyun and she looked at me like I was crazy and said "no." Dude. if you wanted to upcharge on anything, it would be naengmyun. Imagine a bowl of ice cold naengmyun on a hot summer hawaii day. IMAGINE THAT COLD NOODLE OMG. She's the crazy one for not selling it. tl;dr great authentic korean food in hole in the wall, unfriendly service, expensive. CASH ONLY.
(3)
Kelly S.

Huge portions, delicious food. So far the best meal of our trip to Hawaii! Cash only. My kids enjoyed the bbq chicken and bbq beef meals. Steamed broccoli was a side option as well as noodles. We were feeding 2 adults, a teenager who can eat a side of beef, a tween and an 8 year old. we ordered 4 meals to share and we couldn't come close to finishing it all.
(5)
Anthony M.

Stopped here for dinner, the place was small but the food portions were large! Got the BBQ beef and chicken with a double side of Mac salad. So much food! After I was done it was straight to sleep!!!
(4)
Nelson U.

Best Korean BBQ I've had in a long time... So many combinations to choose from and sides. The Mac salad was very simple but taste really good..
(5)
Hidden T.

Wow. What a surprise. Outside does not look very attractive. When we walk in late night and order the beef and chicken katsu. Include 4 sides. We had tofu, kimchi, broccoli And corn. The portion was huge. Food is hot and tasty. Vancouver has lots of good Korean restaurant, but this one I think is very comparable. Good job. We went again for the second time. This time we order BBQ chicken and short ribs. Still very good. The line up was close to 30'min.
(4)
Sean C.

parking: none the cost: $12 per person the food: - kalbi bbq restrooms: no Located in waikiki, this is a nice stop if you want to grab a quick bite. With the meals you can get 4 banchan dishes, which you choose once you order. Their fairly speedy with their orders so you won't be waiting too long. There's also outside seating. Their portions are generous. Their kalbi is okay. Nothing to write home about. Overall, okay food, okay price, okay location if you're in waikiki
(3)
Cobra K.

I've been trying to get a plate lunch all week. Drove by Rainbow Drive In several times to see that they were closed the week I'm in Oahu. Great. But after looking though yelp, found Me's. Great Hawaiian plate lunch spot. Parking might be a little challenging, but I found an illegal spot next to a fire hydrant and ran in and out before the cops could tow my rental car. Whew!!!! The risks you take for bbq! Fast, inexpensive and delicious.
(4)
Tony S.

At first I thought this place was going to be gross because of the building but do not judge a book by its cover. Probably the beat chic ken and beef I've EVER had. Especially in Oahu. I was here for 10 days and I think I ate it 7 times. The portions are huge and well worth the money. The customer assistance is awesome and friendly and fast. The menu across the board is amazing, the white rice was just perfect. Highly recommend this place to everyone.
(5)
Connie H.

Solid 4 stars. Great price for the amount of food you get, fast service, and good food. We ordered a galbi plate and na's special (mandoo, chicken, galbi and fish jun). They're very generous with portions and have about 10 different sides you can choose 4 from. Just FYI It's a small store with only a few tables outside so it's more of a take-out place then sit down. Lots of Koreans ordering food too so that must say something! Definitely worth checking out.
(4)
Kevin L.

Total hole in the wall korean spot. I had no idea about this place going to Hawaii, but it was close to my hotel and there seemed to always be a big line so I checked it out and I was happy I did. First of all its cash only and in my opinion its a bit pricey for a hole in the wall place but the food does it justice. They give you a good amount of food, and you get to choose 4 sides. 4 SIDES. And the sides stole the show too. Every side I had there was delicious. I also tried the popular chicken katsu which was not bad, but I dont know that I would order it again. On the other hand, I had meat jun here for the first time in my life and I definitely WOULD order that again. Definitely check this place out when youre in HI.
(5)
Derik T.

This place is awesome, absolutely hit the spot! Ordered #35 Kal bbq + bbq chicken, and it was sensational, succulent & satisfying. Very reasonable pricing too! :)
(5)
Stephanie P.

Ordered the BBQ Kalbi plate which comes with two scoops of rice and four vegetable sizes. Asked how much extra Kalbi would cost since there were only 3-4 pieces pictured and apparently the cashier did not like that question and said we couldn't do that. Then she said it was $8 extra dollars on top of the $12 plate. Okaaay. When the food was ready, she basically threw the plastic bag at us as if passive-aggressively telling us not to dine-in - which was okay since we were bringing the food down to the beach anyway. But damn! Food was okay but one star off for the 'tude.
(2)
Marissa N.

Hole in the wall place with satisfying Korean style lunch plates. To agree with other reviews, it's incredibly wallet friendly! Four sides AND a heaping pile of rice with whatever protein your heart desires. I had the fish jun (mahi mahi pan fried in eggs) and my friend had kalbi (beef spare ribs). DELISH. Mine was 10.95, hers was 12.95. We also had leftovers to boot. NOMS. The woman working the counter did EVERYTHING: take your order, scoop your sides, and take your cash (btw cash only, folks!). When a rush of orders came from 6 construction workers, she was super busy! She handled it beautifully nonetheless and my food came out in a timely fashion. The person cooking back there must also be working their booty off. Again, it's a hole in the wall. Don't go here in yo heels and Dior bag. Leave that sh*t at home. Get your styrofoam container and take a seat on their roadside patio. It's fulfilling and saves you some extra dollars to spend at the ABC store ;)
(5)
Jaime G.

Best Korean here. Inexpensive for what u get and fast. Try the squid stir fry with glass noodles and cucumber kimchee. We also had the rib tips and chicken. Very tasty. Have a few tables right outside but may be best for take-out and eat at the beach.
(5)
Paul K.

Good place for some quick Korean take-out when you get tired of Hawaiian plate lunch places. The lady behind the counter is a bit gruff, but that's typical Korean for you. Everything here is legit, especially the banchan. I can't tell you how good it was to have legit Korean food after we'd been deprived of it for about ten days. Cash only!
(5)
X X.

Delicious Korean food! Get the ribs/beef plate with rice and four appetitizers. Love the pickled cucumbers, kim chee, carrots/potatoes, glass noodles. Kind of a hole in the wall place, but the food is excellent and the value is unbeatable.
(5)
John G.

This place has delicious Korean food and is very crowded. You order at the counter and eat outdoors or get it to go. The chicken katsu was delicious and the portion was huge, easily could feed two people.
(4)
Craig I.

Companion got the beef and chicken combo, which was tasty. Thankfully, the spicy wings spoke to me -- and they were EXCELLENT. Probably the best spicy, fried wings I've had in a long time. Definitely bring cash, take out, and hit the beach.
(5)
Denver P.

Well I've been here 5 days and ate at ME bbq 9 meals..I'm even loving breakfast . Spam and eggs , just love the atmosphere , easy quick and they are just nice. Behind the curtain the cook(s) put out to much food too eat in 1 meal, but it was so good Bathing suit on , long day and on the way home this is the place to go for dinner
(4)
Lisa K.

Kim chee is a gamble. So much of it is bland and badly prepared, it's not worth ordering a lot of the time. I took my chances with the confidence of the "People love us on Yelp" sign on the wall, and did not regret it! I ordered the BBQ Chicken plate with a variety of perfectly-prepped vegetables. All some of the best Korean takeout I've had. The wait for my food was reasonable and there was plenty of seating at the outdoor tables. I loved it so much, I kept eating despite my stomach protesting, "Ouch! You've already eaten too much!" and my brain answering, "Just another bite of chicken! Now broccoli, it's good for you! Round it out with some rice! Mmmm!!" Admittedly, expectations from a Waikiki hole-in-the-wall with a "cash only" sign we're low. But I can declare: they did NOT disappoint. I would highly recommend!
(5)
R P.

Good food my family loves it. Love the price too . We'll come and eat here again next visit
(5)
James D.

Food great .....when I first started going there however today I was looking in the window and the cashier was scratching her head. I thought she would wash her hands and OML she didn't. What she did do is put her hands inside the food pan and mixing the food. I was very disappointed at this!!!!!!! Never will I eat there again NEVER!!!!!!! They get 4 stars because I was a fan of the food at the time I didn't see what I saw today.
(4)
Steve K.

Cute place with small outdoor seating. Nice shaded area. We were here at 4pm. Small crowd. Decent menu with a variety of meats. We had chicken Katsu with broccoli and Kim Chee. Big portions. Not bad for the price. I liked the rice too.
(4)
Renee P.

So worth the money! Cash only so come prepared, and tiny, so take it to go. But oh so good! My boyfriend and I were craving this kind of beef and from the reviews we ended up here. It was worth the walk we took to get here. The portion is great if you have a big appetite. I could have probably shared one. Lots of meat, great sides, all super tasty. Definitely a great little gem!
(5)
Chinh T.

This place is a small & cafeteria looking, but extremely delicious! It was actually one of my favorite meals while on vacation. I wish there were more casual, fast-food type korean bbq places in California, which is saturated w/ all you can eat for us fatties. Definitely go w/ the kalbi...I enjoyed it 100x more than the bbq beef or chicken. The portions are really large, so sharing a regular meal and a la carte order might be enough for two regular appetites. Minus 1 star because the seating and ambience here isn't too great, and also because they charge you $0.25 for hot sauce! Take it to go and eat it on Waikiki beach for a nice, relaxing view.
(4)
Claire W.

Yummy BBQ plates for a decent price. Located a few blocks inland from Waikiki beach. The restaurant is small and pretty much a to-go place. There are no seats inside, just a few chairs for you to sit and wait for your order. However, there are 3-4 plastic tables + chairs in the courtyard. If you sit outside, avoid the corner table unless you like smelling urine from the dark corner. The food is a plentiful serving. We came here twice and I shared plates both times. $11 for full kabli plate and the Katsu was delish. You get rice and a choice of 2-3 sides. Most def recommend eating here if you are in the area!
(4)
Jamika P.

Yummm!!!! Awesome short ribs! The place is somewhat hidden but it is well worth finding! I placed my order and it was ready in about 7 minutes! Highly recommend for great Hawaiian BBQ!
(5)
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(3)
Amanda D.

My first time in Waikiki, and as hungover as my husband and I were, we wanted some good grub. This place is really good. I ordered the BBQ Chicken and it comes with four sides. The kimche is delicious! A must here
(5)
Heinakau A.

Food is ok. The portions are big. Service is about a 4 out of 10. Good place to go of youre on a budget and hungry.
(3)
Lisa W.

You barely see Korean fast food places! But Me's does a really great job. You can choose your meats and they even have combinations with different meats. So chicken and short ribs if you are craving both! They give you 3 sides with your meats, and it's plenty of food all for about $10! I got the short ribs and cucumber, kimchi, and bean sprouts. The kimchi wasn't great...sadly, but the meat is the most important thing and it was FULL of flavors! Better than most expensive dine in restaurant. If you come later they start to run out of things. Glad I found this hidden gem in Waikiki!
(5)
Customer O.

So on our last night of stay here at Waikiki...after trying different restaurants including a very expensive Korean place, we wanted a late night snack so we decided to get some BBQ chicken since it's literally next to our hotel. Boy was I blown away by the generous serving of food and the taste! We have had our fair share of Korean foods in different places, and this was probably one of the best. For $10.99 (cheap considering in Waikiki) amount of food you get is unbeatable. I wish there was more selection for side dishes, but the 4 we chose all tasted very good ( tofu, kimchi, zucchini and bean sprouts). We went 30min before closing and there wasn't much tofu left...wish the guy had given us more and the sauce that came with it but I won't complain! Definitely will return!
(5)
Taylor B.

Best place I have eaten at since I've been here! Hands down locals and visitors should come and enjoy this amazing food!
(5)
Rick D.

Yummy! I had number 16 combo. Everything was good. No bad pieces. Ton of food for money. Cash only. Limited seating. I look forward to eating here again.
(5)
Jeremy K.

Good Kim chi, coleslaw, ribs, and chicken. I got the Sunny plate and couldnt eat more than 3/4. Good size portions for $10-$12 each. The beef Jun was not that great, but it was ok as far as been Jun goes. The dumplings were excellent. The breakfast looks like a great deal for $5-$6 each. Would eat there again.
(4)
Zoe O.

Me's was pretty good, but definitely not a favorite of mine. I had the fish jun and it tasted great, but I wasn't a fan of the side dishes (all 4 that you get to choose). I had two types of kimchi, steamed broccoli (undercooked and room temperature), and the mac salad (too sweet for me).
(3)
Tina G.

A lot of choices but they seemed to be about the same thing.. we had the chicken and beef jun which was cold, maybe it was supposed to be. Only hot sauce was Tabasco. Small outside seating area. People were very nice.
(3)
Sparkles H.

Great korean BBQ style food right in the Waikiki area. It's about a block or two away from Waikiki beach and across the street from the Hyatt hotel. The food tasted very authentic and the portions are HUGE. My husband and I ended up sharing one order. You get 2 scoops of rice, 4 generous portions of sides to choose from, and your meet. Our total was $14 but it fed both of us. It's a great spot for some quick and yummy food.
(5)
Thaovy P.

Definitely a hole in the wall, mom and pops kinda spot. However, don't be fooled, the food is great especially for their pricing. It's nice how they have pictures so that way you know exactly what you're getting. I tried the Kalbi and bbq chicken (#35). Both seasoned lightly (I'm pretty sure it's to cater to all the tourists taste buds) but there's something similar to teriyaki sauce you can drizzle onto your meat in. Great portions, I even shared with my boyfriend and it was more than enough for both of us. Pretty cute how they let you your choose sides. The service is so cute meaning since its a mom and pop kinda place it's probably ran by family so a middle age took our order and even though he looked a little rush (pretty packed) he was smiling throughout taking our order.
(5)
Good A.

The food was for "Me" was so so, very average, not a big deal. Prices were average, 3 plates of food cost us around $37, so not cheap eats by any standards.
(3)
Marcos L.

Good spot. Food was excellent. At first we thought we were going to a table service restaurant. Should have read more detailed reviews but once getting there it looks like a nice hidden hole in the wall spot. Roomy inside and you could take your food outside. The staff was excellent in helping us pick out what we liked. The steak and the chicken plates were so..so good. Nice and tender and juicy..also ate breaded fish which was good but not comparable to the chicken. I'd definitely will remember to stop in again before we leave next week and when we return.
(5)
Natali S.

Came here while on vacation. The seating area is fairly small and it was very crowded. However, the food for being take-out was very good. I had the Chicken Katsu and Meat Jun combo plate lunch. Both items were good. The portions are pretty large and can be easily shared. The prices for being take-out were a little pricey.
(3)
Keilani H.

Found this spot while walking back to our hotel... Just like everyone else says, it's a total hole in the wall. We shared the chicken katsu, which came with 4 sides (rice, mac salad, kim chee and broccoli). The katsu was good but I didn't really care for the kim chee and broccoli sides. The place was super busy but the seating outside is limited. Clean up after yourselves because none of the workers come out to clean the tables. Cash only.
(3)
Craig R.

Dirt cheap Korean food a block from my hotel, can it get better? I submit that it cannot! Well, unless the food was free I suppose. The rundown: -The food is cheap and delicious -The seating is outdoor only -There are lots of sides to choose from (wohoo sprouts and broccoli) -Tons of locals hit the place which indicates it is good -There's no sleeping allowed, the sign says so (curses! I wanted a nap!) -All the plates are around 10 bucks
(4)
Lisa T.

Location: Awesome. Less than a block away from the hotel I was staying at. Food: Fresh sides. Cook to order. Love their kalbi. Cutlet was a bit dry, but did not become soggy even on top of the steaming rice. Food Portion: Big. My husband and I shared a menu item and we were both full. Price: Worth it! Approx $10 per menu item. I really only went there for the food. There isn't much service, as it is similar to cafeteria-like seating: order food, get food, find your seat. They have limited seating, mostly outdoors. It can get pretty busy with the line ups. It's casual, a quick yummy bite, and off I go. Love it.
(5)
Mike N.

Huge portions starting at about $11...gets crowded right after sunset ...order, tel the which 4 sides you want and wait for your number to be called. Fish Jun is my fave....BBQ chicken is good....thought it was slightly undercooked in places....chicken katsu a little tough but real good. Great for after beach take out. It's not a five start resturant but they get 5 stars for what they do.
(5)
De D.

Very good food and reasonable price. Nice service . Very convenient location if you are staying close to kuhio av. Quick takeaway or dine in . Big portion meal . Four sides and a big meal portion . Don't expect fine dining here. May be one off but found a hair in my food:-( otherwise I would have given a five star rating
(4)
Jim O.

Got there at 8:59 PM right before they closed. The portions were generous but the beef was a bit tough.
(3)
XConciergeLB X.

Never knew of this place existed until I started staying in hotels in Waikiki. Forgot to try it last time and now I remembered... It IS better to get your meals to go, walk down the block to the beach, lay out your beach towel and eat your meal. No fancy tablecloths or reservations needed! Or if you have an ocean view room, enjoy it from the lanai (balcony) This place is CLOSED on Sundays. Excellent choices for bbq and big portions. Cooked right, hot and fresh. My partner and I shared a plate and chose the one with BBQ chicken, kal-bi ribs, kim chee and sweet potatoes. Delicious just as I remembered eating Korean food when I grew up here. I miss that kim chee! Lady was very generous in giving hot sauce samples, etc. Note to visitors to Hawaii: If you venture outside of Waikiki, you will find many Korean BBQ places with cheaper prices. Bring cash to pay at this and other family owned places all over the islands.
(5)
Lad S.

Good food. Down part - only accepts cash. It doesn't have that Hawaiian BBQ that I'm looking for. Good portions and friendly staff. This place is seriously a hole in the wall but decent food.
(3)
R C.

HUGE portions! You get plenty of meat, 2 scoops of rice and 4 sides! We doubled up on the clear noodles and Mac salad. Price was reasonable and we had leftovers for breakfast!!
(4)
Joj o.

I've been coming to, and recommending, Me's BBQ for several years. I've always enjoyed their Sunny special, Kalbi, meat jun, spicy pork, and especially their Mac/egg salad. They have a small, but tasty, variety of sides, and are fast. I work and live in the area and have sent countless tourists, friends (and coworkers here to pick me up lunch) to this place. But after my recent experiences I have to stop recommending and going to Me's. Maybe it's just the lunchtime staff, but the quality of some of the food items has gone noticeably down hill, especially the meat jun. Not only that but prices are way up. My most recent visit a few weeks ago cost $14+tax for a combo plate. There is an older lady who works the register at lunch who is not as great as the guy as night. The guy who works nights doesn't have the best demeanor but that doesn't detract at all for me cause he is fast and does a good job. What turned me off on her was when I decided to get a $1 drink after I placed my order. I had thrown all my change into the tip jar in front of her, and only had bills left. She charged me $1 + tax. I said I only have bills, and she just looked at me, so I reluctantly broke another bill (and kept the change). I should've just dug back into the tip jar. But what really ended Me's for me was the last time I went maybe 2-3 weeks ago. The curtains between the kitchen were open and I saw one of the ladies cutting cucumbers for the kimchi cucumber on the mandoline (my favorite side dish btw, I always get double portion). I saw her pick up a cucumber, notice a defect, BITE OFF the bad piece and spit it to the trash, then continue slicing the same cucumber. That kind of did it for me. I ate my lunch knowing there was probably spit and whatever else in it. Idk why. I guess I was hoping the cooked food and kimchi spices would kill anything, plus I had spent $14 on it. I want to say go at dinner and avoid the lunch time staff, but if they're preparing side dishes for dinner service, then I can't recommend going at all. Disappointing because this was my favorite place in the area and would be 4/5 stars otherwise.
(2)
Camie T.

Me's BBQ serves up giant portions of tasty food. If you a party of two and are staying at a hotel, I'd recommend getting one "full" sized portion and splitting it. Each full-sized portion comes with three sides of your choice plus whatever is included in the description. For example, the BBQ chicken came with chicken, rice, and then my three sides. The consensus of my party was that the food was really good. I thought my chicken was good but not great but I'm not a fan of teriyaki-ish tasting food and the chicken tasted a bit teriyaki-ish to me. It was also dark meat which had been pounded flat and I'm not a huge fan of dark meat. The sides, which are all served cold, were great. Note that Me's is basically a take-away joint but has a few white plastic tables and chairs near the entrance. The "dining room" is dimly lit but provides the much needed necessity for people who are staying at a hotel and don't want to cart the food back to their rooms.
(4)
Sue M.

I was excited to go here after reading the reviews but it was just ok. I got the shrimp jun. Butterflied shrimp in scrambled egg basically. It came with a choice of four vegetables and rice. Not sure how to explain it other than every element was separate. it wasn't a "dish" per se. No bathroom either. My son got the chicken katsu and we both thought it was dry, kind of like chicken tenders. Overall, meh.
(2)
Nikki M.

They do not have a real authentic taste to their beef. The beef is also very chewy. And the price is sky high. I wouldn't come back here again...
(2)
P B.

We ate breakfast, 2 eggs, rice, corned beef patty. Food was hot and tasty. Well worth $5 per plate!
(4)
Rachell N.

This place was pretty good! My hubby and I got the #1, which is the kalbi-GET IT! Don't let the exterior fool ya!! Yum!
(4)
Marlon T.

This is pretty much a good/cheap place to get a lot of Korean BBQ (you don't cook it yourself here) in the heart of Waikiki. If you're only moderately hungry, two people could probably share one order because the portions are big. The staff seemed really nice. There is limited picnic table seating right outside of this hole-in-the-wall joint. Sometimes there are some sides that are not directly in front of you so if you see a tray of something not on the counter, inquire about it if it looks good.
(4)
Ian Y.

Tried the place for lunch one day. The ribs were definitely better than the beef, which was under-seasoned, under marinated, tough, sinewy and dry. The side dishes, including the kimchi was bland and flavourless. I see that the prices have gone up quite a bit since 2012. I asked for one more bag for garbage and the woman rudely refused!
(3)
Phuoc H.

How about one of the best Korean food ever. The price is fair and you get tons of food. Small place. It is a gem. Would go back for more.
(5)
Bryan B.

they were extremely nice! which I thought opposite seeing that there are so many tourists along the blvd. but the woman and man who were working the counter were really hospitable to everyone that walked in! definitely will be going back here
(5)
Wendy C.

This little hole in the wall is surprisingly good. The beef is tender and the sides are delicious. The portion is huge. A combo can definitely feed 2 people.
(4)
Cliff S.

Used to live on the big island and was craving a plate lunch with kalbi. Ordered their two different mixed plate specials, each came with four sides. Portions were huge, will definitely feed two people unless you are a big eater. Only ate there once so this is just my initial impression - food 3.5 stars, quantity pushed it up to 4 stars. I'd go back again.
(4)
Stephanie P.

We stopped here for breakfast one morning, partly because of the Yelp reviews and partly because it was close to our hotel. It was definitely cheap (which is rare in overpriced Waikiki), but you get what you pay for. We ordered a breakfast special with spicy chorizo, fried eggs, and toast for $4.50. I also got a coffee, which was nothing special, served in a small Styrofoam cup; I'm not sure if refills were free, but it wasn't good enough to bother anyway. The portion was large for the price, but it all seemed really greasy/oily and just wasn't very appetizing; I didn't finish mine. Maybe the lunch/dinner items are more interesting and flavorful, but what can you really say about basic greasy-spoon breakfast? We sat at the plastic tables outside in the small courtyard, which weren't very clean and didn't encourage us to linger. It seemed a little grungy inside, too. They do have an extensive menu, so if you're curious about this place, skip the breakfast offerings and consider doing lunch or dinner instead -- although I personally wouldn't go back at all.
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Kyle M.

Very rude and disrespect staff. Food was mediocre at best. L & L BBQ is way better IMO. The chicken katsu was very bland and old tasting as though it had been sitting out.
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Niku L.

Good solid food for a decent price. I bought kalbi (korean short ribs) and rice. For $13, you 1-2 scoops of rice, 4 banchan (side dishes), and about 5-7 strips of meat. This dish could be shared between two people or you can stuff yourselves silly! Me's BBQ has a variety of side dishes from bean sprouts, to broccoli, to glass noodles, cold macaroni salad, kimchi, and many more. They also have a very large menu with a variety of meat, but I tend to choose kalbi since it's a safe bet. Honestly, go to Me's BBQ for large portions and a decent price. Disclaimer: Some people have claimed that the owner is not friendly but I don't blame him. He works the cash register and he has to give you your side orders-- he doesn't have time to be sociable. However, he's not impolite and he will explain each banchan if you ask. Also, this restaurant only accepts cash.
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Sarah K.

This place is a hole in the wall but the food is great. I would highly recommend it to anyone in the Honolulu area. The food is reasonably priced with good portions. The beef and chicken dishes are tasty. The sides are average. You have choices of macaroni salad, bean sprouts, corn, etc. Nothing too exciting. I do have some complaints: There is only outdoor seating, which is not a problem. The issue is that they are not really wiped down so they can get a bit dirty. This place only accepts cash. No debit or credit. Being in a major tourist area, in a state that has no real national bank branches, it's a bit ridiculous that they don't take credit cards. It's very inconvenient especially when vacationers usually are trying to conserve their cash on hand.
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Christopher G.

Loved this place good prices and good food, get all mac salad when you get the choice for your sides
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Kimberly D.

After walking around in circles Finally stopped here. Outdoor seaTing with birds do NOT feed the birds. Our table was very rickety. Which was fun Since I had a coffee with my breakfast here. I had the #25 polish sausage, eggs, and toast (or rice). The sausage had a little kick to it wHich I was glad. Only $6.25 after taxes for breakfast and a coffee
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Jan-Marc E.

Now here's a good one: The place is small and looks a bit dodgy. But who cares? Enormous meals, low prices, lots of vegatables. I don't know if this stuff can be considered to be healthy, but the meals are impressive and when you are in Waikiki, maybe there comes a time when you don't wanna spends hundreds of bucks for a dinner. So thumbs up and I hope my stomach agrees.
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Danny C.

It's not bad. The portion is big so don't order more than a combo because you won't be able to finish it. It's kinda authentic Hawaiian lunch box
(3)
Big K.

I thought it was a great bang for the buck! I would surely go back.
(4)
Ly D.

Still my favorite place for a great Korean BBQ ribs, rice and kimchi. It is so close to the Hilton Waikiki Beach hotel. You can do take out or eat in.
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Micah D.

It must be good cuz my dad got food from there for dinner last night, then he went back this morning to get breakfast. My dad has a picky palate, so for him to go back to a place is a sign of good food. I have a feeling he will be getting food from there a couple more time before we leave. My mom also commented how cheap the food was compared to our breakfast at the Hilton yesterday. :)
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Bunn S.

I come to Honolulu not for the sun, but for this place... I love it. Like, I come here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and even book hotel rooms within walking distance. This is "home" for me when I visit. I love, love their japchae; it's simple yet it has a smooth flavor. I don't even need rice because of the noodles and mac salad. Yummy!! I always get their fried wings and chicken teriyaki.
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Ali C.

The food is pretty good, and certainly made fresh. Portions are generous and the soup with seaweed was especially delicious. I had the bibim bop which had wonderful sprouts and spinach. I bit of kimchee as well. Not too much seating available.
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Misty H.

So good! And it's a good thing that it was close to our hotel and had such good yelp reviews because I would have never given this little sketchy looking hole in the wall a second glance. But it was really good. I had the kalbi with noodles, cabbage, coleslaw, and Mac salad. If were ever around Waikiki again next time I'll get just double noodles and double Mac salad they were Delish. Quite possibly the best macaroni salad I've ever had. The short ribs were tender and flavorful. Give it a try; this one is worth it.
(5)
Dori B.

Good Korean food and huge serving for price. Paid $12 for one meal that easily fed two people. Meal came with 2 scoops white rice and four sides. Quite a variety to choose from.
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Vince L.

Me's is still a great value for Waikiki. The portions are big enough that you can really split a meal if you want. It does get busy so you gotta have some patience. As efficient as they are, it's never a long wait. One thing I have noticed every time I've been here is that people would find the restaurant via Yelp or something. Then they look at the menu and appear to not find what they were expecting and leave. I think they're expecting BBQ like burnt ends or pulled pork. It isn't; it's Korean-style with some Hawaiian influences. I hope that help avoid confusion for some folks. Oh, and it's cash only.
(4)
Yuri G.

Very tasty, convenient, fast, inexpensive, good size portion, nice and original location!
(4)
Jim A.

Amazing BBQ beef but the BBQ ribs are very greasy! Cash only. Excellent overall meal, paid $25 for two people and 2 drinks. Will recommend to friends!
(4)
Lester L.

This is the best place to get Korean BBQ while in Waikiki. It's the right price, tastes great, and is located close to hotels/hostels. Cash only, take it to go (seats usually full) and enjoy it at the beach or your room. I think their ribs are a good choice for first-time customers.
(5)
Don R.

Little hole in the wall with fair prices, quick service and flavorful Korean food. The space is definitely unimpressive, but there is outdoor seating and the portion sizes are great for the price. They have signs that no outside rinks are allowed. I find this tacky as it's divey enough that I may already be walking with a drink when I stop in, but I understand they want you to purchase from them. Still, why bother offending customers with an overload of signs...it makes it unfriendly! Cash only.
(3)
Daniela C.

Great little hole in the wall place right off the beach. Portions are huge and food is really good. We had a Bim Bap Bowl, and BBQ Chicken both were yummy! Bring cash as they done accept CC and only small outdoor seating.
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Emily S.

Me's BBQ is a great spot for good Hawaiian and Korean food. They aren't too expensive most of their menu dishes are under $10 and they give a lot of food. The restaurant is small, and it gets pretty busy. Seating is outdoors only. I liked that they had a lot of different sides you could choose from. They had kimchee, macaroni salad, potato, the korean sprouts that I love, japchae, and even tofu! The food here is pretty good. It's a mix between Hawaiian food and Korean food. Will be back again!
(4)
Gary M.

#1 Kalbi beef bbq x 2 kimchi and 2 kimchi cucumber + 1 $2.79 big steinlager from ABC store makes great instant BBQ dinner on my lanai! I live 1 minutes from here! "To go" is the perfect solution- better than good! Now is perfect time to do a review. Savor my Steinlager before I head out for a late afternoon walk. g oh and the portions are godzilla size! great for sharing!
(5)
Jia J.

We had #36 and #38, forgot the actual names of those. They are pretty good but the rice are so-so. It doesn't matter because just the meat and the sides can fill us full.
(5)
Jo L.

Best bang for your buck! It's about 8:30 on a Wednesday night and I'm sitting outside of the place right now about to pass out from a food coma. The line up growing and I now know why. For about $10-$14 an entree, you get a heaping pile of rice and four mini sides and a protein if your choice. Many people around me look experienced, sharing one takeout container among two or three people. I'll need to note this for next time. The food was delicious, even if it came out of a styrofoam takeout container. I had the meat jun but all the BBQ from neighbouring diners look ridiculously amazing. Seating is limited to outside patio table and chairs and it's first come first serve. So be prepared to eat standing if you come during prime meal time. Best deal hands down in Waikiki. Do it.
(5)
Nia H.

If I could give this place negative 5 stars I would. The cashier/server was very rude. Whenever I asked about anything on her menu she had some sort of attitude while explaining it. She yells me to come get my food once it's done. My sides are freezing cold. Rice was cold. Literally the only good thing was the beef bbq. My step mom ordered the fried chicken. It tasted like sea food. Once we got up to gather our belonging and clean up, she approached us yelling and pointing telling us to clean our mess. There were flys everywhere. I just don't understand how this over priced horrible food has 4 stars. Never again, worst food EVER!
(1)
Scott A.

Yummy, easy, quick, convienant.
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Richard S.

I tried the #38 beef/chicken with 4 sides. It's hard to stop eating this food once you're full because it's so delicious! Big portion, came to $14.
(5)
Yuko I.

Love this place!!! They give 4 sides stuffed in a plate and food is so good!!! Have tried some plate Korean places but I always end up going back there!!!! Only negative is hard to park....
(5)
Jlyn T.

Cheap and a lot of food. Close to the hotel. Cash only. Great choice of sides. So convenient when we didn't want to spend a lot on food. I miss Hawaii :(
(4)
Norina S.

Cheked this place out on Yelp, since it had good reviews & was about a 3 minute walk from our hotel, decided to drop by. You get 4 choices of sides, the macaroni is amazing, i got 2 portions of it. The #1 is delicious, real korean bbq flavour. $13 + tax. The seafood and green onion pancake lacked any real seafood, but was still good. If you're in the mood for korean bbq (lets be honestly when are you ever NOT in the mood for korean bbq) i would definitely try this place. Food options for Waikiki or Oahu in general isn't the greatest, this place is one of the better ones. The only reason i wouldn't give the place a 5 is the service. They're kinda rude and stand off ish. No smiles EVER. But besides that the foods pretty awesome.
(4)
Paulina C.

I got the chicken katsu, it was good. Just like the other reviews said. Good price for a lot of food, no way could I finish it.
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Raymond G.

Me's BBQ is the place to go if you're on the island and missing that delicious Korean food you long for. When compared to the chains like Pearls and Yummy, This place is amazing. There are some downfalls, however, there isn't much to help it. If you go there on a Friday or Saturday night, the line can easily be our the door and all the way up to the curb. This is easily because of two reasons, Korean meat can take a while to cook, and not everyone knows what they want, as the choices are very lengthy. The store only takes cash, so stock up if you want to get a load of meat. However for the price you pay, you get a lot of meat, a giant heap of rice, and 4 sides of your choice. One plate filled up two of us. When it comes to the quality, it's everything you expect, delicious and tender meat. I love going here, especially on a tired weeknight, where I don't feel like cooking. Although its minor downfalls can't really be helped, that doesn't mean they aren't slightly annoying. Overall though, worth it, and if the wait bothers you, bring a friend.
(4)
Tabatha P.

They hook it UP on th Kalbi plate! Very affordable. I constantly eat Korean BBQ and come here specifically for the kalbi plate. They were very nice to my son.
(5)
Phil N.

Walking distance from Waikiki beach, this Korean joint offers fast food. Got here early before the dinner rush. I had the meat jung, which was ok. Think I would have liked the regular BBQ beef better. My partner in crime had the BBQ chicken which tasted great. The sides of kimchee and other Korean dishes were really good. Price was a little high, but understandable since this was Waikiki.
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Krysten I.

I have been wanting to try Me's BBQ for quite some time, but always found myself going to the establishments that I am more familiar with instead...aka Marukame. Me's is conveniently open till 9pm and surprisingly had a line out the door when I went at about 8:45pm. This is your basic Korean take-out place. They have a variety of local Korean favorites to choose from (kalbi, meat jun, bbq chicken or beef, etc.) as well as some good combination plates. You get your choice of Korean vegetable sides including kimchee, broccoli, seaweed, bean sprouts, cucumber and potato. The prices are a little high compared to other Korean take-out places, but I think the food is a tad better at Me's. That and the fact that it's in waikiki probably account for the higher prices. For $12 I got a combination plate that fed me for a few days haha.... I don't think I'd stick around Me's to eat my food, but as a take-out place, I thought it was pretty great.
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Niki T.

Had awesome food although the restaurant is very very small. It seems to be family owned which is nice, always support family businesses! This is a great place to pick up food going to or coming back from the beach! There's a little patio area for those who wish to sit and eat. They do not take credit or debit cards to make sure you bring cash!!! Prices are a little high but the food is great! Would definitely return!
(4)
Benjamin L.

Amazing food !! I enjoy the potatoes and chicken katsu so much. It is the best chicken katsu I ever had. Simply amazing !
(5)
K C.

4.75 stars! This was probably the best food I ate in Waikiki! Yummy Korean food at a really cheap price! It's a hole-in-the-wall type of place, but it's getting a little crowded now, probably from the exposure on Yelp. Still, great food at a great price! Since everyone said that the portions are huge, I got the BBQ Beef mini plate with 2 sides instead of 4, and 2 scoops of rice just like the normal plate. It was just the right amount for me. Unfortunately the mini plate only comes in BBQ beef or BBQ chicken. I got the japchae (stir fried glass noodles) and broccoli for the sides. The broccoli was cooked just right, with a good crunch. Who has high expectations for a stir fried vegetable side dish? I certainly didn't, but they were so good that they deserve a special mention. Definitely get them! The japchae was pretty good as well. Cash only!
(4)
Calah Y.

Yes! Great food and LOTS of it at great prices, so go ahead and jump into that long line (that's mostly filled with locals). You won't regret it. Kind of a hole-in-the-wall and they only accept cash...so, if you're like us and rarely carry around cash, be prepared before you get there. Perhaps the biggest bang for my buck I've ever experienced. I was so stuffed that I couldn't finish my entire meal. I ordered the chicken katsu. Comes in an enormous styrofoam container that was filled to the brim. We found seats outside. The chicken was very crisp (as were the wings that my husband ordered) but the meat was still juicy. Came with a side of BBQ-like sauce that's very different from the typical Katsu sauce, but good nonetheless. There's not much seating outside so if you find a seat at a busy time, grab it.
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Benjamin G.

Great Korean restaurant that's the size of a walk in closet! But they serve some good food. You pick your meal then wait to choose 4 side dishes for your plate lunch! We had the chicken katsu and hot wings and the portion are generous so come hungry!
(4)
Norman K.

This place is so awesome.so much good grinds to choose from.ono food.come and try it sometime
(5)
Carmelo W.

I'm a big eater and couldn't finish my food. The lady packed it onto our containers. The smell that comes or of this restaurant is amazing. We had to give it a try. We will definitely be back if we can find an ATM that won't overcharge us as this place is cash only.
(4)
Sam W.

This place is amazing! In our time on the Island, this was the best local-style Korean BBQ you could find right off the main drag. Prices are ridiculously low, and the food was fantastic. It's totally a hole-in-the-wall type place, but with fantastic food and a great location right by the beach. For lunch or dinner, I recommend the Kalbi beef and the chicken katsu. Meals come with rice and a couple of vegetable sides, and it's definitely enough for two people to share. I also HIGHLY recommend checking this place out for Hawaiin style breakfast! The spam/rice/eggs meal is under $5.00, and is delicious. Heads up: Cash only!
(5)
Christine N.

This place was right next to our condo and it was always busy when we would walk by so I wanted to give it a try. Service is fast and kind. The food is delicious! They have a variety of different bbq and other korean foods. There's pictures so its very simple to order. You get to choose 3 sides which I would recommend the cucumbers and noodles! Kalbi ribs were cook perfect! Great flavor and not too chewy! Its a good lunch spot for some good cheap quick eats!
(5)
John F.

Just fantastic. It may not look like much from the street, but the potions are enormous, and the food is absolutely delicious. The chicken katsu was crispy and juicy. The rice was perfectly cooked, and it didn't break the back. A wonderful find in an area of twenty dollar plate lunches.
(4)
Cameron S.

I like everything here. The prices are reasonable and the portions are big. If it were more clean, a little more quick and had better seating, the stars would go up.
(3)
Jessica P.

The service is fast and efficient. The portions are huge and I definitely appreciated the extra 3 sides that you can choose from. My brother got the bimbop, which was really good. He loved it. The lady at the register kept having to deal with me coming up to get water, so it was nice that she was patient and had to deal with me when she had a line that went out the door.
(4)
Kevin C.

This small, hole in the wall korean restaurant is fast and delicious. The side dishes are well prepared, I recommend the japchae, which is a korean noodle as a side dish. The bbq is tasty although the kalbi is considerably better then the bbq meat. Overall a great selection if you're craving some quick and easy korean food.
(4)
Karrie K.

Ok this place is not much to look at and It is not fancy, but oh my IS IT GOOD!!!!! We had a wedding on the island and the hole family stayed near by and we all loved the place. Tried many dishes and all were great. The breakfast is good, nothing fancy. But the price is right.
(4)
Heather N.

this is a nice hole in the wall place with pretty decent korean food. It takes cash only from what I remember. We had the Katsu chicken and the Korean BBQ. I never make it out here early enough to have the spam that they only serve in the morning for breakfast. Will be back here next time I visit Hawaii
(4)
Steve H.

This place is good if you like that kind of food..I tried the breakfast items..its cheap and ok..I asked for a veggie omelet and it had celery and carrots in it with like cheese whiz..Not for me...not much for the vegaterians..lots of meat choices though.
(5)
Liz S.

My boyfriend and I got different plates, teriyaki chicken and chicken stir fry. The chicken teriyaki was the only thing edible. I never throw away food, but the chicken stir fry really tasted nasty. (I ended up leaving it by the benchs at the beach where the homeless hang out, hoping it wouldn't go to waste.) The chicken wasn't cooked all the way and it had a sour taste to it. I tried eating just the vegetables but I was truely disgusted. We paid about $20 for lunch, and left disappointed. Once again, my boyfriend was right about not trying out new things when it comes to food. You get quantity over quality at this place.
(1)
ash r.

I got #34 for $15. It was a big portion with 4 cold sides to select from a buffet. Some of the best Korean BBQ I've tasted, if you're ok with a hole in the wall type of place.
(4)
Matt J.

This establishment is supurb. I ordered the "meat jun" and it was worth my time, I highly recommend it. I would give this restaurant a 5 out of 5 BUT I went there at 8:49pm on a Tuesday night and they were closed! They closed 11 minutes early! Closing early is inexcusable as they deprived me of their delicious creatations.
(1)
Makai H.

Pros- Tasty chicken! Meats cooked as you order. Quite a few choices as sides-you can even have glass noodles as your sides-yay! Reasonably priced. Cons- Limited seating. To-go type place.
(4)
Shane D.

Small place, friendly staff. Extremely good Korean BBQ for the price, and large potions. Nice break from the expensive tourist trap places on Waikiki. Also, has a cheap Breakfast. Nice to get it to go and eat on the Beach. Highly recommend.
(5)
Kelly B.

Never had take out Korean before - really impressed! Stopped by here while in Honolulu on our "Babymoon on a Budget." Ordered the bibimbap, so good. Hubs ordered kalbi and we walked 2 blocks and ate it on the beach. Only reason it's not 5 stars is that I think it was a TAD overpriced for take-out (my husband totally disagreed with me and said it was totally reasonable). Chances are, you won't find a table outside so it's not like you're paying for ambiance. Still - really awesome grub.
(4)
Christina W.

Seriously delicious. We went to many places while in Honolulu, and this little Korean BBQ place was our favorite. We had lunch and breakfast there, and loved them both! For lunch, we had a mix plate with chicken katsu, BBQ short ribs, and lots of sides. It's enough to share, and OH so tasty. You NEED those short ribs in your life! For breakfast, we had spam, rice, and eggs. Super local style, super good! And did I mention the prices? $4.50 for breakfast is a steal!
(5)
Dusk P.

Little place, that's cash only. Seriously great I haven't had anything that wasn't awesome. I live right down the block from Me's so they are definitely my go to Korean BBQ. I'm in love with this place. Give it a try! Even if you're a little skittish try just the BBQ chicken with your choice of sides, you will not be disappointed and probably be surprised to find your new favorite k-BBQ place.
(5)
David B.

Every time I come here the lines get longer! This is the go to place for the best Korean BBQ around in Waikiki! Cheap with huge quality portions only makes it better! Any of the plates are large enough to share with a friend! After ordering food comes out quick, rarely waited more than 10 minutes for an order. Staff: I have only seen the same one guy working the register. He is just OK but always seems tired or overworked probably both if he is the only one working register everyday. Atmosphere: The definition of a hole in the wall. I always get to-go but they do have a few tables and chairs outside. The area doesn't scream clean given that it's outdoors and exposed to the elements. The inside is like a little shack all the area's where food is in contact with something looks clean. The rest of the place is worn and in need of some TLC. I recommend getting to-go and eating anywhere else. Food: All generally good but some dishes I didn't care for. I wouldn't recommend the Bibimbap, when I order it once they were unusually stingy on the meat portion (given how much they usually give on other dishes) I thought I accidentally order it without. I also thought their meat jun and chicken katsu wasn't bad but wasn't impressive compared to other places I have had it. I thought both were a little soggy. CASH ONLY! Make sure to have enough cash, each plate is generally around $7-10!
(5)
Becky M.

This was my first trip to Waikiki and this it the only place I ate at twice. Even though the food is served in styrofoam and eaten with a plastic fork it amazing. My husband had been in the past and raved about it, per usual I was skeptical because he will basically eat anything. You walk up to the place in the side of a pink building off Kuhio Ave and it's not much. There's a light up plastic sign outside with about 45 pictures of questionable dinner but I went in and ordered #3 as instructed by Korean bbq guru (husband). #3 is bbq chicken, 2 giant scoops of rice and 4 vegetables. I use the term vegetable loosely because my 4 vegetables were macaroni salad, coleslaw, some sort of clear delicious rice noodles and kim chi. (not sure if I spelled that right) All of it is delicious and it costs $9.50, it's probably enough for 3 meals if you're not being a fat kid. 2 if you are. You can eat outside in the little area of plastic chairs or take it to go. The chicken is amazing and bbq'ed to perfection. If you're looking for a cheap place to get good food in Waikiki get of the main drag and check this place out!
(5)
Farah H.

The bbq chicken is hands down mouth wateringly delicious!! Definitely a must try if you want some local Hawaiian flavor. Generous portions. Glass noodles also very good. You won't be disappointed
(5)
Tony N.

Hole in the wall serving great food. Changed ownership last year, and glad to see no drop in quality. Sunny's Special is the way to go if you're hungry - great mix of kalbi beef, grilled chicken, two korean appetizers - mandoo and something else I've had many times but can't remember the name of, plus 4 sides and rice. Enough to feed two.
(5)
Aniko G.

I ordered a breakfast omlette today for takeout. I was pretty good. Very convenient since it was across the street from our hotel. The lady was nice, didn't speak much English though. Quick and easy.
(4)
Thanh B.

I got the Na's special, fast, large portions, conveniently located in waikiki. i walked here got take out. the crowd of people tells you popular this place is. they have a lot of great options. Would definitely be back for more.
(5)
Larissa G.

Passed by this place on the way to my hotel. It was open late and had a short line. You pick a main meal and 4 sides. Got the kalbi and two sides of mac salad, kim chee, and cucumbers. It was amazing. I'm very picky when it comes to Mac salad and this stuff was great. Kalbi perfectly cooked. If I ever find myself in Honolulu again I'm definitely stopping by this place!
(5)
Eva L.

Small Korean restaurant in Waikiki that serves decent food at reasonable price near Hyatt Regency on Kuhio Ave. They only have a few tables outside the restaurant, most people come for takeout. Their meal come with a few sides, which include broccoli, bean sprout, cabbage, tofu and stew potato. For $14.95, you get a combo with four sides that has Meat, rice and vegetables. The portion is generous. My husband and I ordered a bbq beef and friend fish combo, and a bim bim bap ( Korean mix vegetable, beef and rice) for $10.95. Everything was delicious. It is not exactly the best Korean place in town, but definitely a place for tourist to grab some delicious food for a good price.
(4)
Kim B.

Saw this place the last time I was vacationing in Waikiki. Had to give it a try this time around. Stopped by for a Sunny's Special #15 after a snorkeling trip to Hanauma Bay. Although my folks had already eaten a salad lunch, they enjoyed the Korean buffet I had brought back to the condo. Plenty of food to either save for another meal or share with someone else. Sunny's special came with kalbi ribs, BBQ chicken, meat jun, fried man doo, and four side choices. I went for the bean sprouts, kim chee, noodles, and mac salad. Ono, ono, ONO! Would highly recommend this place, even the folks enjoyed the food. Hope to get another round of food before I fly out for home. Awesome Korean plate lunch in Waikiki!!!
(5)
Loren S.

Good authentic Korean food. I've spent a lot of time in Korea and the food is pretty much spot on. The Na's special was pretty big, but a great variety of different stuff. The Mac salad was really good. Kimchi was pretty good for tropics (best kimchi is had during winter in Korea)
(4)
Jeanne L.

I found this hidden gem off of Yelp. This is a total hole in the wall that reminds me of a Korean version of Panda Express, but the food is more authentic! The banchan/appetizer selection is somewhat limited, but you do get a choice of four (which includes chap jae, hurray), which are sitting in large warming bins in the front (just like Panda Express). Large pictures of all the menu entree options line the walls. (Mostly Korean food with some obligatory "Hawaiian" dishes of spam and portuguese sausage.) I ordered the #34, which was kalbi and bulgolgi, the latter being a little bit dry. The portion size was humungous. For less than $14 (including tax), I was able to share that easily with my partner. The quality was good, and the price was right!
(5)
Valerie B.

While looking at places to grab a quick meal in Waikiki, we stumble upon Me's BBQ. Little did we know it was right across the street from our hotel the Vive Hotel Waikiki. This hole in the wall serves the best Korean BBQ we've ever had. The prices are reasonable for the portions you get, everything runs between $10 and $15, and I usually ate my order in two meals. The meat is made to order, but the sides ( you get 4 sides and some white rice) are not, more like in a food court. Even though the food was delicious, I have got to deduct one star for the bad sassy attitude the ladies at the counter had. During our one week stay in Honolulu, we ate there five times, and had the "pleasure" to deal with two "lovely" ladies. Both had the same unfriendly and "don't ask any questions, just buy your food and leave" attitude. Not only were we served that attitude, we also witnessed several people get their share of it. Another minus point is the "cash only" deal of this place. I mean... This is 2014. Overall: delicious food but fix your attitude ladies and get a credit card machine. We will certainly be back if we ever visit Oahu again.
(4)
Debra A.

Great food but don't look around it's pretty old and dirty. Large portions, I had a number 1 that two people were able to share. No receipts and cash only.
(4)
Franklin L.

Great food, plenty of it and a great value. Their BBQ chicken is really delicious. The other items kimchee, steamed veggies, and bean sprouts were also delicious. I'm coming back for sure!
(5)
Joe K.

Best place ever..hands down.. love too visit when in waikiki Nas special. . Mac salad is best I've ever had
(5)
Andrei J.

Diverse menu, very tasty, great portions, fast serve, all on average of $12US. Bit pricey for takeout or eating on patio tables, but the place being packed most of the times speaks for itself. Will definitely go back.
(5)
Tuan C.

Me's BBQ is centrally located in the Waikiki beach area. At first glance, it appeared to be quick panda-express type place but it's cook to order. The seating sucks and I saw so many potential patrons walk away because there was no place to sit. We waited about ten minutes before a table opened up. We ordered the Bim Bim Bob which was just A-OK. Instead of a hot clay pot, it came cool in a silver bowl. I preferred some of the rice crispy. The Chicken Katsu was fried to perfection and definitely a dish I'll recommend. The accompanied sauce was excellent. Lastly, we shared the Kalbi which you can't go wrong. The price was reasonable for the size of the order. Definitely a good place to go to if you are getting food for a family!
(5)
Jane H.

A great Korean BBQ plate lunch! You get choice of 4 sides (2 if getting the mini-plate). Love most of what I've had, and the price is not bad, especially for Waikiki. My faves are the bbq chicken and the Portuguese sausage. I cared not for the meat jun. They have seating outside if you don't want to just take out. There are seats inside for waiting for your food. They say the close at 9PM, but you will notice them starting to close up 15 minutes before that, so don't count on the hours being the hours.
(4)
Tony N.

We went here almost every day for breakfast while we were in Honolulu. Kelly and I did so much activities during our stay that we needed a heavy meal to hold us in. We decided to go here based on the high Yelp reviews. It was easy to find and offered only outdoor seating. This place is CASH ONLY. We had a great experience each time and the owner is very funny. He always encouraged me to eat more veggie and I did each time. We ordered different things here, but my favorite dish that I ordered had rice, kalbi, and bulgogi. I had veggies on the side too, (kimchee, corn, and broccoli). For the price we paid, the portion was quite big. I made myself eat the order because I know I would be hungry again in a few hours from the day. They had spam and eggs as well, but I knew that would not keep me full. Overall, if you are looking for good food for a good price, check out Me BBQ. You cannot go wrong here. 4 Stars Enjoy!
(4)
brad h.

Solid food for the price.
(4)
Jung K.

I am a born and raised in Korea Korean and let me tell you.This is the BEST korean bbq lunch plate place on the island. I've been to other places but no other place make their food as good as this place. Their food is authentic. Their banchans, are how they will taste in restaurants in Korea (I'm not talking about the mac salad or coleslaw, since they are American). Their Kimchi is so good. The only drawbacks are that they don't have parking and they only accept cash, but their food makes up for these. I wish they were not in the middle of Waikiki and move to somewhere else with decent parking so that I can come here more often.
(5)
S M.

Hole in the wall with decent yet cheap food in the heart of Waikiki. For $10 you get meat and 4 sides. Crazy. The BBQ chicken is flavorful and juicy. The jun is good too. I wasn't a fan of the beef or spicy pork, which stinks because spicy pork is normally a favorite of mine second only to soft tofu soup. The sides are good. Freshly steamed broccoli, mac salad, sprouts, tofu, etc. the only two sides that wee disappointing were the bean thread noodles (noodles were undercooked and super chewy) and the kimchi (lacked some heat from spice).
(3)
Lauren T.

One of the best places for Korean BBQ! There were definitely no leftovers. I will most definitely come back here when I'm in oahu.
(5)
Tamara C.

Had the Sunny's Special. The bbq chicken was a bit tough, the beef was fantastic. I didn't appreciate the fish jun. I think chicken, beef or shrimp woulda been better. Jun is just flattened meat cooked(fried) in an egg batter. I did like the noodle side, but the steamed cabbage was cold...it would be better hot.
(3)
Monica O.

Better than Yummy's for a better price! The only con is that they only take cash. Our favorite is Sunnys Special which has kalbi, meat jun and bbq chicken. Love this place be sure to check it out if you are in Waikiki!
(5)
ryan n.

Was going to give this place another star or two based on the decent food until after my fountain drink refill the owner put her hand out and demanded "one dolla!" I hate it when places cheap out and charge you multiple times for $.05 worth of water and syrup. I already paid you $1.75 for the first $.05 cents of syrup. I'd have to get 35 refills before they break even. You've gotta be kidding me...
(2)
Brock B.

This place is great! The price is good and the portion size is huge and the food was delicious. It was enough food for me and my fiancÃ© to share. I think we ate here three times during our stay.
(5)
Delmy J.

Cash only so be prepared! Came here twice... The food portions are huge and the food is delicious. On our first night in Waikiki I was so tired from our flight, the sun, and maybe one too many Mai Tai's that I just wanted something to take and eat at our hotel. I searched for "plate lunches" and saw this place on Yelp. So glad I did! I got the chicken katsu and the husband got the ribs. You get rice and 4 sides and when it's all said and done you have about 5lbs of food! Hit the spot! We went a second time and split a dish knowing how much food you get. $10.50 for 2 people is such a great deal. We actually split this because we were going to a luau just a couple hours later so we didnt want to be too full and so glad we did or else we would have starved... Luau food was mediocre at best and all I wished was for another plate of the kalbi ribs and rice noodles from Me's BBQ. While the place is definitely not nice looking from the outside (hole in the wall), don't let the look of it deceive you. I'm definitely going to miss this!
(4)
Xue M.

Found this place by chance while walking to find a different restaurant. It's a "blink-and -you'll-miss-it" kind of place. Big portions, but not cheap. Had Sunny's Special and with a can of soda ($1) came out to just below $14. Food was pretty good, service fast and friendly. Would definitely go back again
(3)
Gazz H.

Great food, great price, quick, tasty and plentiful! Definitely worth a trip in if you're a fan of Korean BBQ food. I had katsu which came with 4 sides and a bed of rice! Very good. Will for sure call back next time I'm in waikiki.
(5)
Ed V.

A great place to get lunch. We had the combo BBQ plate which was huge. You get to choose your sides which makes it even better. The meat was very good and both were tender and juicy. The plate is around $12 and was worth every penny. This is a small place so your better off taking it back to your hotel to enjoy.
(4)
Chelle A.

A lot of food for your money especially in waikiki. Got #4 chicken katsu, very good got me full fast got leftover. Great place to get food to go then walk less than 2 blocks to the beach and eat there!
(4)
Stacy A.

Always great tasting food
(4)
AC C.

My favorite breakfast spot in Waikiki. The food is great and so are the prices. For it being in Waikiki, you cannot beat a $6.00 breakfast. We'll at least it's what I get. I always get the eggs, rice, and portuguese sausage. My fave. This is the spot we always end up at since it's so cheap and always good.
(5)
Azteca Q.

The prices of a plate lunch at this place have went up to $14.75. WHAT!?!? Ok the food is pretty good but there is something that's just crazy about a 14.75 meat jun. The rent in this hole in the wall place can't be that much!!
(2)
T I.

Amazing, cheap bbq with heaping portions. #35 chicken and ribs. Do yourself a favor and order it. Kimchee / macaroni / all the sides are great. Love the low energy / monotone guy working the cash register. Part of the allure. Little wait time. Do it.
(4)
Bethany R.

Very good bibimbop. Not too cheap but it comes with a generous portion and a side of miso soup so can be spread to two meals. Definitely wanna go again and again!
(4)
Elle W.

For a fast food Korean joint this place was pretty darn yummy. Ordered the spicy pork house special. The order came with 2 scoops of rice and 4 additional sides. Plenty for me that I could've taken some to go. The side dishes were comparable to other Korean spots I've been to. My favorite side dish was the pickled cucumbers. The spicy pork was flavorable and juicy. It's outdoor seating only. The lines do get long but you get your good pretty quick. Definitely a good bang for your bucks.
(3)
Parker L.

If you're looking for a real authentic Hawaiian menu, then you've found your place. With all of the more commercial restaurants and and touristy bars around, I've been trying to find some real food ever since I came to Waikiki and just so happened to stumble upon Me's. For $10 you can order just about anything off of their 40 or so item menu. And they have just about anything you could or should be looking for. I ordered the "Chicken Katsu" (my favorite Hawaiian dish) and was not disappointed in the slightest. It was cooked to perfection and came with 4 "Choose Your Own" sides. They had the usual gambit of macaroni salad, kimchi and the like. Those were great as well. My biggest complaint is the cleanliness of the place. Because it's a bit of a hole in the wall, it's well kinda a hole in the wall. The floors look like they haven't been cleaned for years and the whole place just looks a bit dingy. There's no seating inside, except for 4 plastic chairs you can use while you wait for your food, but they do have a smallish patio area. All of the tables were taken when I went there though. But make sure you bring cash! They don't except debit or credit, but there is an ATM at the liquor store next to them and they only charge $2.25 for withdrawals. I will definitely be going back to Me's soon. Today in fact, or possibly even right now...
(5)
Joyce L.

First time was pretty good, we had the katsu plate for dinner and it fed both of us and was filling. We went again today for lunch, ordered the bbq chicken plate and the lady was stingy with the veggies sides. We forego tee rice and got double the glass noodles and really she gave us so little... so it really depends on who is working the front and scooping your side ban Chan dishes. Bbq chicken was ok, but the ban Chan dishes did not taste fresh today. Yummy's bbq at the mall was actually better!
(2)
edward k.

After being on a plane for 5-6 hours and no food except for some pretzels. I was starving. My family and I needed some kind of food the second we got here and since this place was rated pretty high and close to our hotel, we decided to come here. The place is a hole in the wall with outdoor seating. Pretty nice place to enjoy the Hawaiian weather. The food itself is not bad but not amazing. I had myself the combo of chicken katsu and seafood jun. I like how you get to pick your sides (even though the sides are kind of whatevers). The meals are plentiful and filling. Perfect if you ever have a hankering for some quick kbbq with some hawaiian flare.
(3)
Mike O.

Who would think you would find a great take out korean BBQ place smack dab in the middle of waikiki. Well I did. If you know Morio's, its right around the corner heading toward the beach. I only ate here once and the kalbi was better than yummys or pearl. Slices were thick, juicy and tender. My wife eats here a lot as she works near by. She usually get the Bibimbap. She says it really good. They open early for breakfast also and heard its pretty good and cheap. Again cash only and closed sundays.
(5)
Zeus R.

Best Korean food in Waikiki beach.
(5)
Andrew B.

This is a great, cheap eatery right in the heart of overpriced Waikiki. Long lines, and don't forget to bring cash. Yummy sides (two kinds of kim chee!), and tasty barbecue - worth the wait. And managed to find a corner of the plentiful picnic tables to eat at...
(5)
Samantha L.

My boyfriend and I tried Me's BBQ because I was feeling congested/stuffy and wanted some spicy Korean food to clear my sinuses. We came here around 6:00 p.m. and the place had about 10 other customers. It's a pretty small shop, but they do have some patio seating outdoors. Here's how it works, order and pay at the register, get a number, pick out your side dishes, and then wait about 5-10 minutes for your food to be readied. My boyfriend and I shared: -Soup ($3): we had no idea what type of soup it would be, but we figured soup would help with my soothing my symptoms. It turned out to be a miso-like broth with a few pieces of seaweed. I'm not sure if it's really worth the price, but it did feel nice for my sore throat. -Plate #36, short ribs and chicken ($12): two large pieces of shortribs and two pieces of chicken over two scoops or rice and four side dishes. The meats all had a nice char-grilled flavor to them and were cooked just about right. They were cooked, but not dry at all. For side dishes, we chose: kim chi, pickled cucumbers, and two orders of glass noodles. All were very average, but still tasty. Overall, you do get a fair amount of food. It's a fair take-out option, but there are plenty of other places like this in the area as well.
(3)
Hunter G.

Nice little gem in Honolulu. If you're staying close to the Honolulu zoo area of Waikiki, and you don't mind going off the main drag, then come find this little Korean restaurant. It's no frills, just good Korean food at a very reasonable price. That's rare in Waikiki. This is definitely a hole in the wall with plastic tables outside. It's absolutely worth it, though. My favorite is the meat jun.
(4)
Maya S.

Me's BBQ is a fusion of Hawaiian and Korean food. They serve up your typical Hawaiian plates and you get to choose four side dishes (lots of banchan options but they also have mac salad) to accompany your meal. I also saw Korean soups on the menu as well. Portions here are huge so if you don't want leftovers, it would be best to share a plate with another person. I ordered the Kalbi BBQ plate with mac salad, steamed broccoli, seaweed, and jap chae. The Kalbi was really delicious but a bit on the greasy side, and all of the side dishes were very good also. Service is friendly and you can see all of the women cooking in the back kitchen through the curtain. There's outdoor seating, or of course, you can take your order to-go. I saw $4 breakfast plates on the menu which I would love to try if I ever get the chance. Ca$h only!
(4)
Gwen N.

Two words: Cheap & Delicious! Me's BBQ was right around the corner from the hotel I was staying at and I had to fight the urge to go here every night! For under $10, you got 2 servings of rice, meats of your choice, and 5 (yes, that's right...5!) sides of your choice. Because I was traveling with family, I was able to try a bunch of what Me's had to offer. We got the Shrimp Jun, Kalbi, Beef Kalbi, Chicken Kalbi, Chicken Katsu, and Fried Fish. Everything was top notch! The favorite was definitely the Kalbi! It was very well seasoned and tender. The Shrimp Jun (shrimp covered in scrambled egg basically) was pretty good too, but maybe a tad salty. The beef and chicken kalbi were great, they're basically like grilled meats. The fried fish was just normal fried fish, nothing special here, but definitely not bad. And finally the Chicken Katsu was just wonderful--the sauce was on the sweet side though (for me at least). If you're stopping by for breakfast, try the Portuguese sausage, it's sinful! (and only $5!) It's a small store with a few chairs inside to sit in while you wait for your food. There are several tables outside though if you don't want to bring the food back to your place.
(5)
Nanea L.

Great little hole in the wall Korean BBQ. Right by Ruffage, its a total score. They're not skimpy on the food portions! Plus they have out door seating! The food is super ono&their breakfast plates are bomb.com huge portions from 4-6 dollars, but only up to like 10A.M. They don't have aircon inside though and they only accept cash. Not open on Sundays. I'm pretty sure they close M-F at like 8pm and on Saturdays earlier.
(5)
Alicia N.

this was my Thanksgiving dinner & it was so much good food! i really like the chicken katsu!(:
(5)
Ryan T.

I usually eat here at least once when I'm in town and usually get bbq beef or bbq chicken. The food is good and comes with several sides of your choice (potatoes are tasty.) Service is very friendly. The only thing keeping me from giving a higher rating is the price - the cost of the meat dishes starts at around $10 and goes higher. That 's a couple bucks more than I'd expect to pay elsewhere.
(3)
Wendy A.

I was so disappointed in my meal. My husband and I went to this place so excited about all the good reviews it had gotten. We ordered the bbq kalbi ribs and chicken Katsu. The kalbi ribs were good but not the best we have had. The chicken Katsu was terrible. The katsu tasted like overly fried saw dust. It was so overly cooked that I could hardly bite through it. The rice was good as well as the glass noodles. The Kimchi was not spicy and tasted kind of bland. The sauce for the chicken was good nice and spicy and full of yummy flavor. It didn't matter how much I dipped my chicken in it though it just made it taste like sawdust soaked in yummy sauce. I have had Korean food several times and this was sub par. Now to rate the kitchen. I think seeing the kitchen through the black curtains made my stomach nervous for this meal. The worker came out from behind the curtain with a questionable looking five gallon bucket to dump water into the rice cooker. My only hope is that the water got up to boiling temperature and killed any bacteria that may have been present.
(2)
Bad News S.

So so We thought the food was ok, not particularly well done. Some of the side dishes were pretty good. Kalbi beef was sweet and well marinated but for some reason it seemed extra chewy. BBQ chicken was a bit dry.
(3)
Rossi K.

Good food and huge portion at a great price especially for the Waikiki area. BBQ chicken, kalbi beef, chicken katsu, and their Mac salad are a must! Highly recommend giving this place a try..you will not be disappointed. We came here a couple times..enough said. :)
(5)
Kevin W.

We picked #1 *ribs) and food was very good. It's cheap place in Waikiki too. Less than 15 dollars, you can have a good meal.
(5)
Chan L.

my updated review takes it down because the quality of meats has gone down to poor. its now fatty kalbi ribs, flat pieces of chicken, doughy meat jun, and smelly fish jun. Sides are good during day, but poor at night.
(2)
Kevin L.

This place was the best find. We passed by this place few days before eating there. Didn't know whether or not it would be good to try. Thankfully we did in spite of this place not being as popular as some others. Lots of meat for a great price
(5)
Neni E.

Been a week since I've returned from Oahu and I'm craving for food from here. One of the very few, and I mean very few places to eat in Waikiki that have jacked-up their prices the last several years I've been vacationing in Oahu. Their chicken katsu plate will last me for lunch, dinner, and even for breakfast! Love their kal bi which you can get for under $11!! Their BBQ beef, chicken, and chicken katsu go for under $10 for full plates!! It's my all-time favorite place to get food from when I'm in Waikiki! I'm hungry now!! =)
(5)
Sean B.

Hey Me's... here's a neat-o idea. If your sign says you're open until 9:00 and every online listing says you're open until 9:00 and we call and you tell us you're open until 9:00... why not try STAYING open until 9:00? We walked A MILE and got there at 8:45 to a locked door, a closed sign, and a dismissive wave from inside. Strike One. You're out.
(1)
Jennifer H.

Before sharing the positives, I'll list potential negatives. First, it's cash-only, which is fine if you know ahead of time. Second, the service wasn't too friendly. He was nice to a kid who was a little short on change to buy juice, so not evil to the core or anything, just not friendly. Third, they stop taking orders early. Listed as 9pm closing time, but we got there at 8:45 and were the last customers they allowed to order. Now for the positive. The food here is actually really delicious! We got a chicken katsu plate, and the #16, which I think is called Na's special. Each plate comes with 2 generous scoops of rice and your choice of 4 veggie/salad sides. For the katsu plate we got extra rice instead of a couple sides, plus broccoli and corn. For the #16, we got cucumber kimchi (could have been spicier), bean sprouts, cold tofu, and mac salad. All of the sides were very tasty. The chicken katsu was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, not too hard and crunchy like some places make it. The sauce was a little tangy, not too sweet. The special plate contained bbq beef and chicken, as well as fish jun and 2 dumplings. All were delicious...tender meats, well seasoned. I'd definitely come back! Delicious food, generous portions, decent prices (2 dinners for a little more than $20)...4 stars!
(4)
D H.

10 STARS!! The is a GREAT place to eat on the cheap in good ole Hawaii!! The food is wonderful and you can't spend more than 10 bucks!!
(5)
Misha Z.

Great bang for your buck, mac and cheese was scrumptious! So was the Meat Jun, def worth a try.
(5)
bill m.

Absolutely great informal Korean at Pacific Beach. Lots of good Korean BBQ in Waikiki, but none better for the money. Tasty bulgogi, great seafood pancake stuffed with shrimp, and probably the only place where you can get Bi Bim Bap with macaroni salad on the side.
(5)
ferdie a.

Jan 28th late lunch. This place was a hidden gem. My brother and I walked to this eatery from where we stayed over the weekend. I ordered the chicken and short rib plate. Had 4 sides. I thought, wow....4! Had the potatoes, cabbage, broccoli, and macaroni salad( other sides offered were kim chee, korean noodles, corn, beans, and a few others I don't remember). My brother ordered the shrimp plate. He said the mac salad was the best he ever had. I am not a big mac salad fan but I had to agree, it was good. Portions were nice. We sat outside and had the local birds join us for lunch. Overall , I will come back to this place when in town.
(5)
Austin T.

YUM !!!! and cash only
(5)
Jaimie M.

wish I could have tried the food here, we stood in line for 15-20 minutes and were too hungry to wait. BUT that just means its a great place to eat.. perfect hole in the wall. NEXT TIME!!
(3)
Debora L.

Good solid Korean bbq to go. Generous portions although the kal bi was chewy in texture. Four veggie sides that came with entree were good - not too spicy, not too oily, and not too complicated. All orders are in a styrofoam 3-divider container to-go, but there is seating just outside the restaurant. It's close to the street so don't expect "romantic ambience"! Vegetarian option: $7 for just the vegetarian sides (kimchee, kimchee cucumbers, sprouts, steamed broccoli and carrots, or corn kernels, which I'm pretty sure are from a can). You can add a $1 and get two scoops of rice with that. It's a bit pricy for vegetarian food IMO but at least they offer an option. No brown rice available. Just wish they were open on Sundays and after 9pm; this would be a great late eats option!
(4)
Danny L.

Really tasty hole in the wall off the main Honolulu strip. A little dirtier than I prefer, but they made some excellent bbq chicken.
(4)
J F.

I really used to like this place, hell I introduced my sister to this place and she loves it more then me. My usual here is meat jun and chicken katsu. Sides are jap chae and mac salad, the sides here are the stars, the mains not so much. I used to really like this place but in Waikiki i prefer another place for plate lunch now :( sad but I'll still go to Me's just not as much as I would normally.
(4)
Jason B.

Just had the breakfast. Good local style breakfast for 4 bucks a plate. There was outdoor seating too but we just went back to our room. PS. They don't butter the toast. Update: We hit this place about 3 more times....great plate lunches...
(4)
Alma W.

I really liked this place! The food is fresh, cheap and full of flavor! What I liked most is that you can choose your pan chan, up to four per combo. Loved!
(5)
Juv C.

Holy korean jesus meat! I had the korean bbq plate that comes with 3-4 sides. And what I received was this big mound of tasty meat. Oh I'm not complaining, that mound was gooood. Who doesn't like loads of meat in your face, am i right? This is a hidden gem off of kalakaua so you don't get too many tourists blowing it up creating a long wait. The owner is really nice. And just about everything on the menu was low priced so you don't break your wallet too much, leaving you plenty of cash for big, cold, refreshing glasses of booze, complete with girly umbrella.
(4)
Deb S.

I don't even know where to start with this hidden little gem. Me's is tucked away on a side street but people know this place is here cuz the line stretches out the door and into the seating area. This sweet little lady is serving our group of six and doling out four (yes 4) sides with eacvh of our orders. The choices are typical with a twist - tangy kim chee, creamy mac salad, salty red potatoes, long beans, long rice, spicy zucchini, red peppers, crunchy cabbage, and more. The Kalbi Beef is sweet and succulent - so flavorful. I loved the shrimp jun too. The price is right and the food is amazing. CASH only, remember!!
(5)
Vivian D.

Korean fast food? Whoo! And it was right across from my hotel, lucky me. ;) Food was great. I forgot the name of the plate that I had, but it was one of the three special ones named after people/owners...? Anyways, the plate came with like 3-4 sides and the main dish was plentiful. It was nomifying; I nom-ed everything on my plate (styrofoam box). I enjoyed my lunch that day. c:
(5)
Samoa Surf Gu Y.

When I am hungry and I feel like eating a stable of horses I go to Me's. Get a mixed grill plate with four sides and boom - Kim Jong Un's your uncle. Always a must for me and the family when in Waikiki.
(3)
LY L.

I found this gem on my last visit to Waikiki and I must have eaten at Me's at least 4 times during my 10-day stay. The Kalbi dish was cooked to perfection and the price is unbeatable. They have about a dozen side dishes for you to choose with your meals and the owner was very helpful in explaining each dish. He even taught me how to make the bean sprout. Whatever you do, get there at least 10 minutes before 9 pm - closing time, they don't make exception once the "closed" sign is turned.
(4)
Lindsay P.

This place is really relaxed and great for being in Waikiki. I was staying in a hostel right around the corner and came here several times over the course of a week. The coffee in the morning is only $1. It tastes like $1 coffee, but gets the job done. As for the food, I've tried all different dishes- BBQ beef, BBQ chicken, rice, potatoes, corn, macaroni salad, etc. Its all decent and cheap for the area. $10 gets you way too much food. Its cash only and I found the staff to be really friendly. One of the ladies who works in the morning actually started to recognize me and gave me a big smile when she saw me. The gentleman who works in the evening is also friendly and funny. I saw several customers who appeared to be regulars because the staff knew their orders. There isn't much outdoor seating, but if you're okay with plastic tables and chairs- its quite alright. I'd recommend this place for anyone looking for decent, cheap food in a relaxed setting.
(4)
Chemistry S.

We ordered BBQ beef and BBQ chicken.. You get 4 sides with each. Both chicken and beef were marinated to perfection and very tender. The sides were great also. Large portions. We stayed at pacific beach hotel and this restaurant was very conveniently located and reasonably priced.
(5)
Asako O.

Me's BBQ is a casual take-out establishment located on the corner of Uluniu Avenue and Kuhio Avenue in Waikiki. Their menu is numbered and includes colored photos for easy ordering. Ordered number 1, the kalbi plate, which includes 2 scoops of rice and your choice of 4 side dishes. Quite disappointed that the kalbi meat was a bit dry and chewy and there was hardly any flavoring at all. Imagine eating plain grilled meat with no seasoning. Unfortunately this place is a thumbs down for me as I have eaten better tasting kalbi elsewhere.
(2)
Ken G.

What a great find! A divey, small spot in Waikiki, this place has some good, cheap Korean BBQ. The place itself is not amazing, but it's conveniently located just two blocks from Kalakaua, so one can easily take his/her meal to the beach. I was staying at the Hyatt, which was only a block away and had lunch on our lanai, which was an amazing experience. I had the Kalbi lunch plate with included rice and 3 sides - really good! I'd definitely recommend this spot if you are looking for something good, but reasonably priced with big portions.
(4)
Jean H.

solid food. okay prices (well, in waikiki, everything is ridiculously expensive) That was a go-to breakfast/lunch place. Buy breakfast, and save the massive left overs for lunch. yummy, quick and affordable. Sounds like a plan.
(3)
alex a.

Great place to eat, the prices are fair and the food is delicious. Try the short rib beef plate katsu(#46)!!!
(5)
Jason M.

Had a Kalbi and chicken mix with side orders of double jap chae and kimchee. The Kalbi was tough, the chicken was good but not the best I've ever had. Sides were good though. Next time I'll possibly try one of the juns.
(3)
Tiffany C.

My family and I walked up and down the streets, trying to find Me BBQ. Haha we finally asked a store owner, who directed us to the pink restaurant. The chairs outside were not very clean, so we decided to take our food back to the hotel and eat with the air-con on. The portions were very generous. We ordered a rib and chicken katsu combo and a barbeque beef and it fed a hungry family of four. The side orders were pretty good (although the macaroni salad tasted kind of funny). The lady who took our order seemed nice, but very tired. Their soda machine, though cheap, didn't taste like sprite. The chef immediately grilled our food when we ordered it! That was a plus. It seems to be family-owned, and they are all very nice. :)
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Topher B.

Me's BBQ is a pretty decent place to go when you want a quick Korean fix. It's standard Korean fast food, but the food is decent, prices are reasonable, and the portions are fair, although II feel fairly confident that MSG is used in their food, which I'm not a fan of. There's better, finer Korean diners in Honolulu, but it's better than places like Pearl's or Yummy if you want a quick Korean fix and are walking around Waikiki.
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Larry B.

Nice little place; its sort of a fast food Asian takeout place, with a few tables to eat outside. The BBQ was very good, as were the veggies and the Kim chee. I'd go back.
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Mathias H.

This tiny little Korean BBQ place is great for travelers (or locals for that matter) on a budget. The food is tasty, plentiful and cheap. The restaurant itself is however not very charming or inviting - the setting is very simple and there are just some plastic tables and chairs outside so this is not the place to go for the atmosphere. Do however go here for the great food.
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David B.

I have been a customer of this family-run business for 15+ years and the quality has been consistently outstanding every time and the price rarely raised. Their servings of tender, marinated, grilled meats are generous. The sides of various vegetables are very fresh. Perhaps it is time to update the styrofoam containers to a more eco-friendly compostable/recycleable material. Other than that, an outstanding Korean take-out restaurant!
(5)
Steven W.

Excellent. Get the kalbi. 4 sides, generous, portions. Only $11. Cash only. Owner very sweet lady.
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Katy R.

Delicious and affordable food in Waikiki! My husband and stopped here via a recommendation, and we both ordered the Chicken Katsu with veggies. The portions were HUGE, and the chicken was tasty. We easily could have shared one order but we were starving from surfing. This place is a splendid gem just a few blocks from the beach!
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Jesse W.

3/24/12: Out of ideas and looking for a place to eat, I turned to yelp and found that we were right around the corner from this joint. Great tasting Korean BBQ food, I ordered the kalbi and my wife ordered Na's special. She loved the man doo and thought it was the best she's had in Hawaii. My kalbi was cooked to perfection and oozing with flavor all around. My sides were mac salad (good, nothing special), a very healthy serving of kim chee, broccoli, and bean sprouts. The dish comes with way too much rice, we had plenty of leftovers for later. Parking looks tough, but there's an area in front where you can double park to grab take out.
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Jessica N.

Wow, a picture for every item on the menu! The place smells delicious as you walk in and your mouth starts to water as you gawk at every meal possible on the wall... Unfortunately, it's a cash only establishment and with the amount left in my pocket only one meal could be ordered. The chicken katsu and kalbi ribs with a side of kimchi, mac, broccoli, and another kimchi style veggie. The chicken was dry, no sauce (extra money for it), but the kalbi was pretty decent... It's hard to screw up ribs. The mac was good, but not the super best. The gentleman behind the register was kind, but hard to understand. And once we picked our sides, fresh potatoes came out and it was too late to switch. Location isn't bad, just a few blocks from the shore... Only outdoor seating. I wish they had accepted card too!
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Coco L.

Small Little place the kalbi tasted good but it was sooo chewy, so i think the cut of the meat wasn't that good. Comparing to the Korean town in Santa Clara, this is a little lacking mac salad was ok but nothing wow...
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Phil M.

Another Youtube recommendation that hit the spot. Now let me say you do not go here for ambiance or a great sit down experience. The place is to say, "is not the best". But, the food was fantastic. We had teriyaki chicken and beef with sides of rice, macaroni salad, cabbage and pickled cucumbers. All were seasoned great, marinated great and most of all tasted great. Took our food over to another hotel and hung out on there balcony enjoying the ocean view. Great Korean BBQ!
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Liza R.

Wish we had found this gem in the middle of Waikiki earlier on our trip. We ate here twice and it was excellent both times. My husband and I ordered Kalbi/bbq chicken plate and the chicken katsu/meat jun plate. SO MUCH FOOD. We shared to try it all and our six year old helped out too and we still couldn't finish. Both plates came with 4 sides each and you get to choose from an array of sides that are at the front counter. You can check them out and the nice lady scoops them up into your styrofoam take out box. The meats seem to be cooked to order in the back. Outdoor seating.
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Lili K.

I give it a 4 even though it was a bit pricey. BUT, it wasn't as pricey compared to what's offered at Waikiki, if that helps! So go here to go cheaper on lunch/dinner! The orders do come with detailed pictures, which helps those who aren't too familiar with what means what. Each dish comes with 4 sides (though they're free at restaurants, but okay, they do give a good amount, like the Panda Express serving sizes). I had #1, the Kalbi and it actually came with a ton of rice (impressive, since stores always charge for a tiny lump of rice that ought to be free). The meal was filling, so you'll be fine after you eat here. It was $10 btw, but I've had meals like this for $5. As for sides, I got the kimchee, noodles, and bean sprouts which were all good, but the mac salad was very dry and not as amazing as other places have made them. I also got some of the Hawaiian soda/punch, which is $1 (obviously a ripoff, but cheaper than other local places I went to, for a can of soda they probably got tons at at a Costco for a better deal). Good amount of people were here, and the wait wasn't long at all. I'd go back here and recommend this place to whoever's stranded (I mean staying) at Waikiki.
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Brian T.

Been here numerous times for breakfast/lunch. Like many of the other korean bbq joints in the area, they have pictures of the various food options. Their's in particular are especially large! The BBQ chicken is delicious, as is their Kal-bi. Mac salad as others have noted is very good too. It's within walking distance to many of the hotels in the area, and a block away from the one I was staying at. There's a small patio for you to sit and enjoy your food right outside the door. For $10 you get a very large meal that can be split into two "normal" meals if so desired.
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Kim N.

We found this little GEM a few blocks from our hotel. It is Koren BBQ so no Racks of Ribs and Sandwiches with Beans and slaw. It is Koren BBQ short ribs, fried dumplings, stir-fry, macaroni salad, some of the best roasted potatoes I have ever had and lots of yummy veggies, plus much more. You go in and order off a huge menu either by number or name. Most dishes come with 2-4 sides that you can choose from and 2 big scoops of rice. Tons of food at a great price. I had the fried dumplings, potatoes, rice, spouts, macaroni salad and cabbage. Hubby had the chicken stir fry, rice, potatoes and macaroni salad. I loved the dumplings and potatoes. There was so much I couldn't finish. Hubby's was a mini plate so me finished his and what was left of mine. All of this was under $20 and a giant Pepsi. They have outdoor seating with a variety of tables and chairs. It was nice to sit with locals and just hang out. They also have call ahead if you want to grab it and go to the beach.
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Leon F.

Our hotel was right nearby and this was the place to go for some straightforward good food. It's nice because it's fast, cheap and you can eat it outside. I've had breakfast and a quick lunch and both were pretty good. The breakfast was a bit rough with a slightly under-cooked sunny-side up egg and jam that's pure sugar but for $4 it's pretty solid. Also, the rice is really good. I meant to ask what brand they use but forgot.
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Janelle O.

Food was great. For $15, we had a meal that feed my husband and 3 year old. Ordered the kali beef and chicken with 4 sides. Great value. Only thing is, no formal sitting area, only outside, so maybe not a good idea to go when it's raining.
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Steve N.

After I finished work, I was famished, and I thought that I would yelp for a good plate lunch place in the Waikiki area. I have a soft spot in my heart for Korean food, and decided to try out Me's BBQ. Walking down Kuhio Ave, my first impression was that it was in a pink building. But still, I persevered. It was around noon, and there was a line going out the door... despite being so hungry, I could have eaten a horse, I decided to wait in line. Looking at the pictures, I knew I wanted a combination type of plate, so the question was which $10 plate to get? Sunny's or Na's? The choice was a difficult one, (and being that the line was still going out the door, and I didn't want to get stink eye) I chose Na's mainly because it had chicken. When my plate arrived, it was a steaming hot plate of Korean goodness. The BBQ chicken was EXCELLENT!!! The BBQ meat was good, and the fish jun was great! I liked the mandoo, but it wasn't the best that I had. Now, let us take a moment to examine their sides... You get 4 choices, and I highly recommend the mac salad! one of the best fast food mac salads ever! The potatoes are awesome, and the chop chae was good too! Kim Chee was blah. Go here, and you won't be disappointed. Side note... went back and got a mini-bbq chicken plate. I think it's a better value... the full plate had 4 pieces of chicken, the mini had 3 pieces.... Good mac salad good BBQ chicken ok mandoo
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Nicole B.

Me's bbq is one of my favorite places to visit in Honolulu. Considering that you are in Hawaii, lunch is definitely not going to be on the cheap side. I had ordered the kalbi, which was seriously delicious. The banchan I wasn't overly crazy about, but the Kal bi was sooo yummy, tender and full of sauce. Anyway, this place has decent pricing considering where your location is. Just a few blocks away from the beach. It's outdoor seating only. Seating is limited. It's a counter order service, meaning no waitress/waiter. Which is absolutely fine by me. Totally laid back & relaxed. Hawaiian style.
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Ryan M.

Great Food. My wife and I stayed near Me's BBQ on a recent vacation and the food is fantastic and a good value. If you like Korean BBQ plate lunch food this is the place for you. They also have very cheap breakfasts.
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Annie W.

$11 for the meat combo, really? It's a bit pricey, but there is plenty of food to have leftovers for a snack. The location is so convenient for us, because it's walking distance from the Kuhio building and Waikiki beach for tourist. There are pictures of the food posted so ONE who does not know about Korean bbq, can just point. The kimchi is pretty bomb, there is outdoor seating, they offer quick service, and the food smells delicious. It's more like a 3.5 joint because their bbq beef is usually a bit overcooked and dry, but on the other hand their kalbi is deliciously loaded with sauce.
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Sara W.

This is my fall back when I don't want to cook or do dishes. I always get the fried fish, it always tastes the same. Their white rice is strangely good. My bf gets like 3sides of the Mac salad! Kim chee and veggies are great!
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Cecilia B.

Great place to grab some Katsu or Kalbibeef before posting up on the beach. Good fresh food with about a 10-15 minute wait. Most meals come with rice and the entree with 4 sides. I would recommend just picking two sides and doubling it. I recommend the rice noodles and Mac salad with a bit of kimchi.. So that's three sides.. Haha. There are a few tables outside to enjoy your food and just watch people pass by. I'd recommend just ordering your food and grab your drink from the ABC store across the way. They have a breakfast selection, your usual spam & eggs until 10:30AM.
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Christine S.

Excellent street Bi Bim Bap - vegetarian and non-vegetarian were both great, quick, relatively cheap. Awesome!
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Angela A.

This really is the best Korean BBQ! Anytime I'm in Waikiki I try to get here for lunch. Like all Korean BBQs - the side dishes are my favorite! The glass noodles, mac salad, potatoes, and broccoli are my go-to items, making sure to mix a little of the mac salad with the glass noodles :) I love the BBQ chicken but don't typically eat much after all those sides! My fiance and I went there this week and split a combo plate of BBQ chicken/kalbi short ribs with the standard 2 scoops rice & 4 sides and we ALMOST finished the whole plate, which cost about $9. The only thing that could make it better would be if it were in a more convenient location to ME!
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Bandeets L.

The best Korean BBQ in Waikiki. If you are craving Korean BBQ mixed plate, this is the place to go. Forget Yummy BBQ at the Int'l Marketplace or Royal Hawaiian Centre, don't be lazy and walk a bit further to Me's BBQ. The outside is underwhelming -- grab a seat on their patio and eat there while it's piping hot and fresh. I guarantee that their kalbi, japchae and kimchee are the best in Waikiki. However, skip the BBQ Beef -- it is a cheap cut of meat, both dry and overly saturated with soya which makes it taste a bit cured and salty. Huge portions and excellent flavor!
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Ryan H.

This place was really good. For my 9-day trip I are here three nights in a row. The first time I had one of the specials. It was pretty good but didn't really care for the fried portions of the meal. The next night I had the chicken katsu. This was excellent the chicken was crispy and not soggy. The following night I had the chicken katsu and kalbi combo. The kalbi was good although I do wish that they would have cut the meat to make it easier to eat like at other Korean restaurants but that is just me being picky. Bout only is the main meat dishes good, but the sides that you get to choose are also delicious. I was able to try their cucumber kimchee which was probably the best I have ever had at a restaurant, there mac salad also very good, there bean sprouts which were particularly my favorite and the glass noodles which were pretty good but a little on the greasy side. The only major problem was the service, it is a little slow and there is not much waiting room on the inside, other than that the food is definitely worth it. And the price of the food is spot on. A must try place if you are in Waikiki and looking for a good plate lunch.
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Audrey L.

THis place is awesome. Great food. Great portions. Great selections Straight to the point Side dishes were excellent Prices are VERY reasonable
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Megan P.

You would probably walk right by this place without batting an eye but STOP! If you like Korean food - or even if you don't have experience with it - you need to try this place. We had a #1 and a #36 based off of recommendations from yelp. Both were awesome, #1 would be my pick. Soup looked awesome too. BYOB and sit outside to soak up the amazing 75 degree temp. Hard to beat this place at $10 a plate. I wouldn't order my own plate next time around - def split. We ended up throwing sides and rice out because we were stuffed.
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Christa N.

Um...one word: YUMMMMMMM. I make it a point to stop by here every time I'm in Waikiki, and for good reason too! In fact, I always look forward to Me's when I'm on the island. For the price you pay, they sure give a hearty portion. Not much has changed since the first time I stopped here, still family owned, same prices, same great food.
(5)
M. K.

Yummy food, generous meat portion. Downsides: cash only, noisy neighborhood, no indoor seating, tiny insects crawling on table outside, self-service. But if you just want good takeout at a reasonable price, this is 5 stars.
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Dave V.

Had the number "38". BBQ beef and BBQ chicken. Came with 4 sides (I had the kimchee, kimchee cucumbers, cole slaw, and mac salad). All of it was very flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this little stop.
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Clyde E.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. It is cheap, quick and near where I stay in HI! One plate of food feeds me FOREVER! highly recommend trying!!! If you eat outside, watch out for the birds!
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Ashley C.

If there's every a description of divey restaurant, this would win hands down. But don't let exterior fool you. We happened to walk into this joint, because it was across from our hotel. It's two blocks from the beach, quite visible, and very pink. The owners are Korean but the menu is diverse. It starts of with a few Korean items, turning into American, then Chinese, and end with Portuguese. It covers everyone and every nationality. I love their only soup bowl on the menu; which may not be for everyone, but I'm Asian, and I feel empty without a good bowl of broth to go with my food. The space is small and most customers order theirs to go; but there is a patio with table and chairs. It's very well maintained.
(5)
Ling K.

Came back several more times during our stay on the island. Still good every time! Definitely our go-to place for future trips. Seafood pancake is delicious and Stir Fried Squid Plate (warning: spicy!) is excellent.
(5)
Tricia K.

Great food, great prices, and a great location. This was a wonderful spot for some tasty, high-quality take-out, and a nice break from the prices of a lot of the places nearby in Waikiki. Check these guys out: the service was friendly and fast and the food was great.
(5)
Matthew P.

I was worried we would not be able to find an affordable local place close to us that we could frequent. Thank you yelp for alleviating these fears just a few hours into my Oahu trip. I absolutely love this place. We ate here on Saturday night and I got the kalbi beef like everyone recommended. My boyfriend got the katsu chicken. Both were so good and delicious. I can't recommend this place enough. There was plenty of flavor in each dish and boy was there a lot of food. You will be stuffed. With most dishes you will be allowed 4 side items. I would recommend two sides of kimchi, the macaroni salad, and the bean sprouts. But that's just me. It was delicious. I tried the potatoes side and it wasn't very flavorful. But the meat and everything else was astounding. So much so we decided to get breakfast here on Sunday morning. FAIL. They are closed on Sunday. We were so disappointed because the breakfast platters looked delicious and deliciously cheap. Monday FINALLY came and we ordered the $4 breakfast plates. Can you seriously beat this? I really don't think so. Not for what you are given. You are allowed the option of toast of rice. Me being white and southern bred chose toast. We both agreed that the sausage was the tastiest. The spam was pretty good but there is a place close by that has some great bacon/egg/spam musubi. So if you are craving spam, go to Iyasume Masubi around the corner. The corned beef was more like corned breading.... But that hasn't stopped my love affair in the least. HIGHLY recommend this place.
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Steven V.

For $10 my partner and I had chicken Katsu plate with 4 sides. Generous portions all around. I was impressed at this price all the sides were cooked and seasoned well including broccoli that was fresh and bright green. The Katsu plate followed an afternoon of Mai Tai's and sailing on a catamaran. It hit the spot and made for good hangover-prevention! I can't wait to come back and try breakfast!
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Horatio J.

I had #34 with kimchi, cucumbers, macaroni salad, and jap chae. It was a ton of food and well worth the gluttony. I was not hungry for at least an hour. The MSG gave Ms. Jakalthorpe a headache, but I powered through it like nothing.
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Kin N.

I was in Hawaii with few of my friends for vacation. We found this korean BBQ place while walking around. We decided to give it a try. Place is small and accepts cash only, which was fine. Food was very good, even one of my picky friend was satisfied. We loved how we can pick up to 4 side dishes. Here is why I gave 2 stars, it was very humid and hot that day, so we decided to buy it to go and eat in our hotel instead. The lady bagged everything for us already and we are about to leave. Finally, we felt thirsty, so we ask for few cups of water, and the lady replied, "oh, I'm sorry, I can not give it to you, I only can give it to you when you eat here." Fine, we decided to eat there and she gave us the water. The worst part is that she came up to us and took our box out from the bag, yes!! She literally took back the bag! We are so mad that this lady was so CHEAP!! We never went back even though the food was good. Bad bad service!!
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Vi Y.

Hubby wanted to give this spot 3 stars, because he said it's average Korean food. Not horrible enough for me to give it 2 stars, but really, it wasn't anything I would crave or want to try again, so I had to give an honest review. We were planning on renting mopeds, and grabbing plate lunches for a picnic at Hanauma Bay, but homegirl crashed the moped and hit her head on a tree, as soon as she turned out of the driveway, so I chickened out and returned the moped asap. We were walking back to our hotel, trying to figure out plan b, and decided to take the bus to Hanauma, which was going to leave in 30 min. As we were walking towards the bus stop, we saw this spot and decided to grab our plate lunches here. The prices were pretty reasonable. We got an order of korean ribs, and then beef slices. I forget what it's called. They let you pick 4 sides, so I got korean noodles, mac salad, potato side dish, and a cucumber kim chi thing. (carb, carb, carb, GOOSE!) The food was just "ok". It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't anything great. The noodles were al dente. Normally I like my noodles more cooked. The meat had enough flavor, and everything tasted great when we were on the beach with nothing to eat. If given the choice, I wouldn't come here again, and wouldn't recommend it to my friends. There are too many other great places to spend your $$ and calories on in Hawaii.
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Lina N.

best Korean BBQ i have EVER had and I live in Orange county :-) I recommend the Mac salad, veggies, and combos. You are going to want to try everything so the combos are worth it because you'll get more than 1 kind of meat and more sides. :-) This place is very popular! It was recommend to us by one of our tour guides and the 1st time we came here no one was here and it was just around the corner from our hotel. The 2nd time we went it was closer to dinner time and the line was wrapped around the building. Took us about an hour to get our food but it was so worth it!
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Sally M.

I can't recommend this place enough. The food is delicious, the service is fast, the portions are huge, and it's affordable. We went here twice during our stay and had enough leftovers the second time to eat well at the airport. Anyone staying nearby should definitely stop here -- it beats all of the overpriced, mediocre food options.
(5)
Christina G.

We passed this little place up about three different times.Excellent korean bbq with large portions.The price was decent to.I would go back to this place so yummy.Plastic chairs and tables outside our you can take your plate to go.
(4)
Jeff P.

Really good inexpensive food. Cash only.
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Dae Y.

i stumbled upon this joint as i was walking to a different destination for a spam+eggs+rice breakfast. they had it, and it looked like a locally owned shop, so i decided to try it. they happen to be korean-owned! i got 2 eggs over easy, 3 slices of spam, 2 big scoops of white steamed rice, an aloha maid natural pineapple orange drink, and a side plate of assorted kimchi (i had to ask for that one) for $6. he did recognize immediately that i was korean, so i don't know if that had anything to do with his hospitality. but the nice old guy who was at the cash register was friendly to everyone that i saw. he said he's been living here for 33yrs!! a great little truly local hole in the wall discovery!!
(5)
Jenna T.

I love Me's BBQ! It's only a short walk from Waikiki Beach. Everything I've had was amazing here and very reasonably priced. My favorites were the kimchi, mac salad, and short ribs! There's a small courtyard with tables and chairs where you can have your food but it fills up quickly since this place is pretty popular.
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Rob C.

i ate here twice on my recent biz trip to the island, since i didn't have a car and it was close to my hotel. i had the kalbi and chicken katsu combo and then the full kalbi combo the second time. yes, they give you plenty of food. and the meat and rice comes out hot and fresh. the side dishes are pre-made. the chicken katsu was ok, pretty standard. the kalbi was pretty good; nice and fatty pieces mixed with leaner ones, nicely seasoned and fire grilled. for the sides i had the japchae, cucumber, coleslaw, potatoes and bean sprouts. my fav was the coleslaw, suprisingly. it's not the typical mayo heavy, american coleslaw. it's more vinegary w/ a hint of hot mustard and sweetness. i thought it was refreshing and tasty.
(4)
Brian W.

Cheap Korean take-out fast food, basically. Think of it as a Korean mom-n-pop version of Panda Express. Lots of selection, very friendly staff, extensive menu if you're indecisive, and genuinely so-so food compared to what I'm used to. Japchae in particular was very plain with slightly oversized noodles, deep fried fish filet was unremarkable at best, the fried dumplings were generously sized but not particularly memorable. Kim chi tasted like it was from a jar at Costco (which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but a far cry from my usual), and the honey potato cubes were missing the nice bit of pan-fried crisp-ness...
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Molly B.

This is my favorite BBQ chicken I've had on the island yet, and I've been on a mission to find the best. They take cash only and they are very busy with only for few tables so have an action plan for where you'll devour this deliciousness. You get three huuuge pieces of chicken and enough rice to really split into three meals if you're able to do that sort of thing. All the veggies I ordered were great - sometimes in these places it's a bit of a gamble. Give it a shot if you're in Waikiki and want a quick and relatively cheap lunch or dinner (they have breakfast too).
(5)
Joe K.

Best place ever..hands down.. love too visit when in waikiki Nas special. . Mac salad is best I've ever had
(5)
Andrei J.

Diverse menu, very tasty, great portions, fast serve, all on average of $12US. Bit pricey for takeout or eating on patio tables, but the place being packed most of the times speaks for itself. Will definitely go back.
(5)
Tuan C.

Me's BBQ is centrally located in the Waikiki beach area. At first glance, it appeared to be quick panda-express type place but it's cook to order. The seating sucks and I saw so many potential patrons walk away because there was no place to sit. We waited about ten minutes before a table opened up. We ordered the Bim Bim Bob which was just A-OK. Instead of a hot clay pot, it came cool in a silver bowl. I preferred some of the rice crispy. The Chicken Katsu was fried to perfection and definitely a dish I'll recommend. The accompanied sauce was excellent. Lastly, we shared the Kalbi which you can't go wrong. The price was reasonable for the size of the order. Definitely a good place to go to if you are getting food for a family!
(5)
Tony N.

We went here almost every day for breakfast while we were in Honolulu. Kelly and I did so much activities during our stay that we needed a heavy meal to hold us in. We decided to go here based on the high Yelp reviews. It was easy to find and offered only outdoor seating. This place is CASH ONLY. We had a great experience each time and the owner is very funny. He always encouraged me to eat more veggie and I did each time. We ordered different things here, but my favorite dish that I ordered had rice, kalbi, and bulgogi. I had veggies on the side too, (kimchee, corn, and broccoli). For the price we paid, the portion was quite big. I made myself eat the order because I know I would be hungry again in a few hours from the day. They had spam and eggs as well, but I knew that would not keep me full. Overall, if you are looking for good food for a good price, check out Me BBQ. You cannot go wrong here. 4 Stars Enjoy!
(4)
brad h.

Solid food for the price.
(4)
Jung K.

I am a born and raised in Korea Korean and let me tell you.This is the BEST korean bbq lunch plate place on the island. I've been to other places but no other place make their food as good as this place. Their food is authentic. Their banchans, are how they will taste in restaurants in Korea (I'm not talking about the mac salad or coleslaw, since they are American). Their Kimchi is so good. The only drawbacks are that they don't have parking and they only accept cash, but their food makes up for these. I wish they were not in the middle of Waikiki and move to somewhere else with decent parking so that I can come here more often.
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S M.

Hole in the wall with decent yet cheap food in the heart of Waikiki. For $10 you get meat and 4 sides. Crazy. The BBQ chicken is flavorful and juicy. The jun is good too. I wasn't a fan of the beef or spicy pork, which stinks because spicy pork is normally a favorite of mine second only to soft tofu soup. The sides are good. Freshly steamed broccoli, mac salad, sprouts, tofu, etc. the only two sides that wee disappointing were the bean thread noodles (noodles were undercooked and super chewy) and the kimchi (lacked some heat from spice).
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Lauren T.

One of the best places for Korean BBQ! There were definitely no leftovers. I will most definitely come back here when I'm in oahu.
(5)
Tamara C.

Had the Sunny's Special. The bbq chicken was a bit tough, the beef was fantastic. I didn't appreciate the fish jun. I think chicken, beef or shrimp woulda been better. Jun is just flattened meat cooked(fried) in an egg batter. I did like the noodle side, but the steamed cabbage was cold...it would be better hot.
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Monica O.

Better than Yummy's for a better price! The only con is that they only take cash. Our favorite is Sunnys Special which has kalbi, meat jun and bbq chicken. Love this place be sure to check it out if you are in Waikiki!
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ryan n.

Was going to give this place another star or two based on the decent food until after my fountain drink refill the owner put her hand out and demanded "one dolla!" I hate it when places cheap out and charge you multiple times for $.05 worth of water and syrup. I already paid you $1.75 for the first $.05 cents of syrup. I'd have to get 35 refills before they break even. You've gotta be kidding me...
(2)
Jane H.

A great Korean BBQ plate lunch! You get choice of 4 sides (2 if getting the mini-plate). Love most of what I've had, and the price is not bad, especially for Waikiki. My faves are the bbq chicken and the Portuguese sausage. I cared not for the meat jun. They have seating outside if you don't want to just take out. There are seats inside for waiting for your food. They say the close at 9PM, but you will notice them starting to close up 15 minutes before that, so don't count on the hours being the hours.
(4)
Brock B.

This place is great! The price is good and the portion size is huge and the food was delicious. It was enough food for me and my fiancÃ© to share. I think we ate here three times during our stay.
(5)
Delmy J.

Cash only so be prepared! Came here twice... The food portions are huge and the food is delicious. On our first night in Waikiki I was so tired from our flight, the sun, and maybe one too many Mai Tai's that I just wanted something to take and eat at our hotel. I searched for "plate lunches" and saw this place on Yelp. So glad I did! I got the chicken katsu and the husband got the ribs. You get rice and 4 sides and when it's all said and done you have about 5lbs of food! Hit the spot! We went a second time and split a dish knowing how much food you get. $10.50 for 2 people is such a great deal. We actually split this because we were going to a luau just a couple hours later so we didnt want to be too full and so glad we did or else we would have starved... Luau food was mediocre at best and all I wished was for another plate of the kalbi ribs and rice noodles from Me's BBQ. While the place is definitely not nice looking from the outside (hole in the wall), don't let the look of it deceive you. I'm definitely going to miss this!
(4)
Xue M.

Found this place by chance while walking to find a different restaurant. It's a "blink-and -you'll-miss-it" kind of place. Big portions, but not cheap. Had Sunny's Special and with a can of soda ($1) came out to just below $14. Food was pretty good, service fast and friendly. Would definitely go back again
(3)
Gazz H.

Great food, great price, quick, tasty and plentiful! Definitely worth a trip in if you're a fan of Korean BBQ food. I had katsu which came with 4 sides and a bed of rice! Very good. Will for sure call back next time I'm in waikiki.
(5)
Ed V.

A great place to get lunch. We had the combo BBQ plate which was huge. You get to choose your sides which makes it even better. The meat was very good and both were tender and juicy. The plate is around $12 and was worth every penny. This is a small place so your better off taking it back to your hotel to enjoy.
(4)
Chelle A.

A lot of food for your money especially in waikiki. Got #4 chicken katsu, very good got me full fast got leftover. Great place to get food to go then walk less than 2 blocks to the beach and eat there!
(4)
Stacy A.

Always great tasting food
(4)
AC C.

My favorite breakfast spot in Waikiki. The food is great and so are the prices. For it being in Waikiki, you cannot beat a $6.00 breakfast. We'll at least it's what I get. I always get the eggs, rice, and portuguese sausage. My fave. This is the spot we always end up at since it's so cheap and always good.
(5)
Azteca Q.

The prices of a plate lunch at this place have went up to $14.75. WHAT!?!? Ok the food is pretty good but there is something that's just crazy about a 14.75 meat jun. The rent in this hole in the wall place can't be that much!!
(2)
T I.

Amazing, cheap bbq with heaping portions. #35 chicken and ribs. Do yourself a favor and order it. Kimchee / macaroni / all the sides are great. Love the low energy / monotone guy working the cash register. Part of the allure. Little wait time. Do it.
(4)
Bethany R.

Very good bibimbop. Not too cheap but it comes with a generous portion and a side of miso soup so can be spread to two meals. Definitely wanna go again and again!
(4)
Elle W.

For a fast food Korean joint this place was pretty darn yummy. Ordered the spicy pork house special. The order came with 2 scoops of rice and 4 additional sides. Plenty for me that I could've taken some to go. The side dishes were comparable to other Korean spots I've been to. My favorite side dish was the pickled cucumbers. The spicy pork was flavorable and juicy. It's outdoor seating only. The lines do get long but you get your good pretty quick. Definitely a good bang for your bucks.
(3)
Rossi K.

Good food and huge portion at a great price especially for the Waikiki area. BBQ chicken, kalbi beef, chicken katsu, and their Mac salad are a must! Highly recommend giving this place a try..you will not be disappointed. We came here a couple times..enough said. :)
(5)
Kevin W.

We picked #1 *ribs) and food was very good. It's cheap place in Waikiki too. Less than 15 dollars, you can have a good meal.
(5)
Parker L.

If you're looking for a real authentic Hawaiian menu, then you've found your place. With all of the more commercial restaurants and and touristy bars around, I've been trying to find some real food ever since I came to Waikiki and just so happened to stumble upon Me's. For $10 you can order just about anything off of their 40 or so item menu. And they have just about anything you could or should be looking for. I ordered the "Chicken Katsu" (my favorite Hawaiian dish) and was not disappointed in the slightest. It was cooked to perfection and came with 4 "Choose Your Own" sides. They had the usual gambit of macaroni salad, kimchi and the like. Those were great as well. My biggest complaint is the cleanliness of the place. Because it's a bit of a hole in the wall, it's well kinda a hole in the wall. The floors look like they haven't been cleaned for years and the whole place just looks a bit dingy. There's no seating inside, except for 4 plastic chairs you can use while you wait for your food, but they do have a smallish patio area. All of the tables were taken when I went there though. But make sure you bring cash! They don't except debit or credit, but there is an ATM at the liquor store next to them and they only charge $2.25 for withdrawals. I will definitely be going back to Me's soon. Today in fact, or possibly even right now...
(5)
Joyce L.

First time was pretty good, we had the katsu plate for dinner and it fed both of us and was filling. We went again today for lunch, ordered the bbq chicken plate and the lady was stingy with the veggies sides. We forego tee rice and got double the glass noodles and really she gave us so little... so it really depends on who is working the front and scooping your side ban Chan dishes. Bbq chicken was ok, but the ban Chan dishes did not taste fresh today. Yummy's bbq at the mall was actually better!
(2)
edward k.

After being on a plane for 5-6 hours and no food except for some pretzels. I was starving. My family and I needed some kind of food the second we got here and since this place was rated pretty high and close to our hotel, we decided to come here. The place is a hole in the wall with outdoor seating. Pretty nice place to enjoy the Hawaiian weather. The food itself is not bad but not amazing. I had myself the combo of chicken katsu and seafood jun. I like how you get to pick your sides (even though the sides are kind of whatevers). The meals are plentiful and filling. Perfect if you ever have a hankering for some quick kbbq with some hawaiian flare.
(3)
Mike O.

Who would think you would find a great take out korean BBQ place smack dab in the middle of waikiki. Well I did. If you know Morio's, its right around the corner heading toward the beach. I only ate here once and the kalbi was better than yummys or pearl. Slices were thick, juicy and tender. My wife eats here a lot as she works near by. She usually get the Bibimbap. She says it really good. They open early for breakfast also and heard its pretty good and cheap. Again cash only and closed sundays.
(5)
Zeus R.

Best Korean food in Waikiki beach.
(5)
Andrew B.

This is a great, cheap eatery right in the heart of overpriced Waikiki. Long lines, and don't forget to bring cash. Yummy sides (two kinds of kim chee!), and tasty barbecue - worth the wait. And managed to find a corner of the plentiful picnic tables to eat at...
(5)
Samantha L.

My boyfriend and I tried Me's BBQ because I was feeling congested/stuffy and wanted some spicy Korean food to clear my sinuses. We came here around 6:00 p.m. and the place had about 10 other customers. It's a pretty small shop, but they do have some patio seating outdoors. Here's how it works, order and pay at the register, get a number, pick out your side dishes, and then wait about 5-10 minutes for your food to be readied. My boyfriend and I shared: -Soup ($3): we had no idea what type of soup it would be, but we figured soup would help with my soothing my symptoms. It turned out to be a miso-like broth with a few pieces of seaweed. I'm not sure if it's really worth the price, but it did feel nice for my sore throat. -Plate #36, short ribs and chicken ($12): two large pieces of shortribs and two pieces of chicken over two scoops or rice and four side dishes. The meats all had a nice char-grilled flavor to them and were cooked just about right. They were cooked, but not dry at all. For side dishes, we chose: kim chi, pickled cucumbers, and two orders of glass noodles. All were very average, but still tasty. Overall, you do get a fair amount of food. It's a fair take-out option, but there are plenty of other places like this in the area as well.
(3)
Hunter G.

Nice little gem in Honolulu. If you're staying close to the Honolulu zoo area of Waikiki, and you don't mind going off the main drag, then come find this little Korean restaurant. It's no frills, just good Korean food at a very reasonable price. That's rare in Waikiki. This is definitely a hole in the wall with plastic tables outside. It's absolutely worth it, though. My favorite is the meat jun.
(4)
Maya S.

Me's BBQ is a fusion of Hawaiian and Korean food. They serve up your typical Hawaiian plates and you get to choose four side dishes (lots of banchan options but they also have mac salad) to accompany your meal. I also saw Korean soups on the menu as well. Portions here are huge so if you don't want leftovers, it would be best to share a plate with another person. I ordered the Kalbi BBQ plate with mac salad, steamed broccoli, seaweed, and jap chae. The Kalbi was really delicious but a bit on the greasy side, and all of the side dishes were very good also. Service is friendly and you can see all of the women cooking in the back kitchen through the curtain. There's outdoor seating, or of course, you can take your order to-go. I saw $4 breakfast plates on the menu which I would love to try if I ever get the chance. Ca$h only!
(4)
Chan L.

my updated review takes it down because the quality of meats has gone down to poor. its now fatty kalbi ribs, flat pieces of chicken, doughy meat jun, and smelly fish jun. Sides are good during day, but poor at night.
(2)
Kevin L.

This place was the best find. We passed by this place few days before eating there. Didn't know whether or not it would be good to try. Thankfully we did in spite of this place not being as popular as some others. Lots of meat for a great price
(5)
Gwen N.

Two words: Cheap & Delicious! Me's BBQ was right around the corner from the hotel I was staying at and I had to fight the urge to go here every night! For under $10, you got 2 servings of rice, meats of your choice, and 5 (yes, that's right...5!) sides of your choice. Because I was traveling with family, I was able to try a bunch of what Me's had to offer. We got the Shrimp Jun, Kalbi, Beef Kalbi, Chicken Kalbi, Chicken Katsu, and Fried Fish. Everything was top notch! The favorite was definitely the Kalbi! It was very well seasoned and tender. The Shrimp Jun (shrimp covered in scrambled egg basically) was pretty good too, but maybe a tad salty. The beef and chicken kalbi were great, they're basically like grilled meats. The fried fish was just normal fried fish, nothing special here, but definitely not bad. And finally the Chicken Katsu was just wonderful--the sauce was on the sweet side though (for me at least). If you're stopping by for breakfast, try the Portuguese sausage, it's sinful! (and only $5!) It's a small store with a few chairs inside to sit in while you wait for your food. There are several tables outside though if you don't want to bring the food back to your place.
(5)
Nanea L.

Great little hole in the wall Korean BBQ. Right by Ruffage, its a total score. They're not skimpy on the food portions! Plus they have out door seating! The food is super ono&their breakfast plates are bomb.com huge portions from 4-6 dollars, but only up to like 10A.M. They don't have aircon inside though and they only accept cash. Not open on Sundays. I'm pretty sure they close M-F at like 8pm and on Saturdays earlier.
(5)
Alicia N.

this was my Thanksgiving dinner & it was so much good food! i really like the chicken katsu!(:
(5)
Ryan T.

I usually eat here at least once when I'm in town and usually get bbq beef or bbq chicken. The food is good and comes with several sides of your choice (potatoes are tasty.) Service is very friendly. The only thing keeping me from giving a higher rating is the price - the cost of the meat dishes starts at around $10 and goes higher. That 's a couple bucks more than I'd expect to pay elsewhere.
(3)
Wendy A.

I was so disappointed in my meal. My husband and I went to this place so excited about all the good reviews it had gotten. We ordered the bbq kalbi ribs and chicken Katsu. The kalbi ribs were good but not the best we have had. The chicken Katsu was terrible. The katsu tasted like overly fried saw dust. It was so overly cooked that I could hardly bite through it. The rice was good as well as the glass noodles. The Kimchi was not spicy and tasted kind of bland. The sauce for the chicken was good nice and spicy and full of yummy flavor. It didn't matter how much I dipped my chicken in it though it just made it taste like sawdust soaked in yummy sauce. I have had Korean food several times and this was sub par. Now to rate the kitchen. I think seeing the kitchen through the black curtains made my stomach nervous for this meal. The worker came out from behind the curtain with a questionable looking five gallon bucket to dump water into the rice cooker. My only hope is that the water got up to boiling temperature and killed any bacteria that may have been present.
(2)
Bad News S.

So so We thought the food was ok, not particularly well done. Some of the side dishes were pretty good. Kalbi beef was sweet and well marinated but for some reason it seemed extra chewy. BBQ chicken was a bit dry.
(3)
Jennifer H.

Before sharing the positives, I'll list potential negatives. First, it's cash-only, which is fine if you know ahead of time. Second, the service wasn't too friendly. He was nice to a kid who was a little short on change to buy juice, so not evil to the core or anything, just not friendly. Third, they stop taking orders early. Listed as 9pm closing time, but we got there at 8:45 and were the last customers they allowed to order. Now for the positive. The food here is actually really delicious! We got a chicken katsu plate, and the #16, which I think is called Na's special. Each plate comes with 2 generous scoops of rice and your choice of 4 veggie/salad sides. For the katsu plate we got extra rice instead of a couple sides, plus broccoli and corn. For the #16, we got cucumber kimchi (could have been spicier), bean sprouts, cold tofu, and mac salad. All of the sides were very tasty. The chicken katsu was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside, not too hard and crunchy like some places make it. The sauce was a little tangy, not too sweet. The special plate contained bbq beef and chicken, as well as fish jun and 2 dumplings. All were delicious...tender meats, well seasoned. I'd definitely come back! Delicious food, generous portions, decent prices (2 dinners for a little more than $20)...4 stars!
(4)
D H.

10 STARS!! The is a GREAT place to eat on the cheap in good ole Hawaii!! The food is wonderful and you can't spend more than 10 bucks!!
(5)
Misha Z.

Great bang for your buck, mac and cheese was scrumptious! So was the Meat Jun, def worth a try.
(5)
bill m.

Absolutely great informal Korean at Pacific Beach. Lots of good Korean BBQ in Waikiki, but none better for the money. Tasty bulgogi, great seafood pancake stuffed with shrimp, and probably the only place where you can get Bi Bim Bap with macaroni salad on the side.
(5)
ferdie a.

Jan 28th late lunch. This place was a hidden gem. My brother and I walked to this eatery from where we stayed over the weekend. I ordered the chicken and short rib plate. Had 4 sides. I thought, wow....4! Had the potatoes, cabbage, broccoli, and macaroni salad( other sides offered were kim chee, korean noodles, corn, beans, and a few others I don't remember). My brother ordered the shrimp plate. He said the mac salad was the best he ever had. I am not a big mac salad fan but I had to agree, it was good. Portions were nice. We sat outside and had the local birds join us for lunch. Overall , I will come back to this place when in town.
(5)
Austin T.

YUM !!!! and cash only
(5)
Jaimie M.

wish I could have tried the food here, we stood in line for 15-20 minutes and were too hungry to wait. BUT that just means its a great place to eat.. perfect hole in the wall. NEXT TIME!!
(3)
Jeanne L.

I found this hidden gem off of Yelp. This is a total hole in the wall that reminds me of a Korean version of Panda Express, but the food is more authentic! The banchan/appetizer selection is somewhat limited, but you do get a choice of four (which includes chap jae, hurray), which are sitting in large warming bins in the front (just like Panda Express). Large pictures of all the menu entree options line the walls. (Mostly Korean food with some obligatory "Hawaiian" dishes of spam and portuguese sausage.) I ordered the #34, which was kalbi and bulgolgi, the latter being a little bit dry. The portion size was humungous. For less than $14 (including tax), I was able to share that easily with my partner. The quality was good, and the price was right!
(5)
Valerie B.

While looking at places to grab a quick meal in Waikiki, we stumble upon Me's BBQ. Little did we know it was right across the street from our hotel the Vive Hotel Waikiki. This hole in the wall serves the best Korean BBQ we've ever had. The prices are reasonable for the portions you get, everything runs between $10 and $15, and I usually ate my order in two meals. The meat is made to order, but the sides ( you get 4 sides and some white rice) are not, more like in a food court. Even though the food was delicious, I have got to deduct one star for the bad sassy attitude the ladies at the counter had. During our one week stay in Honolulu, we ate there five times, and had the "pleasure" to deal with two "lovely" ladies. Both had the same unfriendly and "don't ask any questions, just buy your food and leave" attitude. Not only were we served that attitude, we also witnessed several people get their share of it. Another minus point is the "cash only" deal of this place. I mean... This is 2014. Overall: delicious food but fix your attitude ladies and get a credit card machine. We will certainly be back if we ever visit Oahu again.
(4)
Debra A.

Great food but don't look around it's pretty old and dirty. Large portions, I had a number 1 that two people were able to share. No receipts and cash only.
(4)
Franklin L.

Great food, plenty of it and a great value. Their BBQ chicken is really delicious. The other items kimchee, steamed veggies, and bean sprouts were also delicious. I'm coming back for sure!
(5)
Samoa Surf Gu Y.

When I am hungry and I feel like eating a stable of horses I go to Me's. Get a mixed grill plate with four sides and boom - Kim Jong Un's your uncle. Always a must for me and the family when in Waikiki.
(3)
LY L.

I found this gem on my last visit to Waikiki and I must have eaten at Me's at least 4 times during my 10-day stay. The Kalbi dish was cooked to perfection and the price is unbeatable. They have about a dozen side dishes for you to choose with your meals and the owner was very helpful in explaining each dish. He even taught me how to make the bean sprout. Whatever you do, get there at least 10 minutes before 9 pm - closing time, they don't make exception once the "closed" sign is turned.
(4)
Lindsay P.

This place is really relaxed and great for being in Waikiki. I was staying in a hostel right around the corner and came here several times over the course of a week. The coffee in the morning is only $1. It tastes like $1 coffee, but gets the job done. As for the food, I've tried all different dishes- BBQ beef, BBQ chicken, rice, potatoes, corn, macaroni salad, etc. Its all decent and cheap for the area. $10 gets you way too much food. Its cash only and I found the staff to be really friendly. One of the ladies who works in the morning actually started to recognize me and gave me a big smile when she saw me. The gentleman who works in the evening is also friendly and funny. I saw several customers who appeared to be regulars because the staff knew their orders. There isn't much outdoor seating, but if you're okay with plastic tables and chairs- its quite alright. I'd recommend this place for anyone looking for decent, cheap food in a relaxed setting.
(4)
Chemistry S.

We ordered BBQ beef and BBQ chicken.. You get 4 sides with each. Both chicken and beef were marinated to perfection and very tender. The sides were great also. Large portions. We stayed at pacific beach hotel and this restaurant was very conveniently located and reasonably priced.
(5)
Asako O.

Me's BBQ is a casual take-out establishment located on the corner of Uluniu Avenue and Kuhio Avenue in Waikiki. Their menu is numbered and includes colored photos for easy ordering. Ordered number 1, the kalbi plate, which includes 2 scoops of rice and your choice of 4 side dishes. Quite disappointed that the kalbi meat was a bit dry and chewy and there was hardly any flavoring at all. Imagine eating plain grilled meat with no seasoning. Unfortunately this place is a thumbs down for me as I have eaten better tasting kalbi elsewhere.
(2)
Ken G.

What a great find! A divey, small spot in Waikiki, this place has some good, cheap Korean BBQ. The place itself is not amazing, but it's conveniently located just two blocks from Kalakaua, so one can easily take his/her meal to the beach. I was staying at the Hyatt, which was only a block away and had lunch on our lanai, which was an amazing experience. I had the Kalbi lunch plate with included rice and 3 sides - really good! I'd definitely recommend this spot if you are looking for something good, but reasonably priced with big portions.
(4)
Jean H.

solid food. okay prices (well, in waikiki, everything is ridiculously expensive) That was a go-to breakfast/lunch place. Buy breakfast, and save the massive left overs for lunch. yummy, quick and affordable. Sounds like a plan.
(3)
alex a.

Great place to eat, the prices are fair and the food is delicious. Try the short rib beef plate katsu(#46)!!!
(5)
Jason M.

Had a Kalbi and chicken mix with side orders of double jap chae and kimchee. The Kalbi was tough, the chicken was good but not the best I've ever had. Sides were good though. Next time I'll possibly try one of the juns.
(3)
Tiffany C.

My family and I walked up and down the streets, trying to find Me BBQ. Haha we finally asked a store owner, who directed us to the pink restaurant. The chairs outside were not very clean, so we decided to take our food back to the hotel and eat with the air-con on. The portions were very generous. We ordered a rib and chicken katsu combo and a barbeque beef and it fed a hungry family of four. The side orders were pretty good (although the macaroni salad tasted kind of funny). The lady who took our order seemed nice, but very tired. Their soda machine, though cheap, didn't taste like sprite. The chef immediately grilled our food when we ordered it! That was a plus. It seems to be family-owned, and they are all very nice. :)
(4)
Topher B.

Me's BBQ is a pretty decent place to go when you want a quick Korean fix. It's standard Korean fast food, but the food is decent, prices are reasonable, and the portions are fair, although II feel fairly confident that MSG is used in their food, which I'm not a fan of. There's better, finer Korean diners in Honolulu, but it's better than places like Pearl's or Yummy if you want a quick Korean fix and are walking around Waikiki.
(3)
Larry B.

Nice little place; its sort of a fast food Asian takeout place, with a few tables to eat outside. The BBQ was very good, as were the veggies and the Kim chee. I'd go back.
(4)
Mathias H.

This tiny little Korean BBQ place is great for travelers (or locals for that matter) on a budget. The food is tasty, plentiful and cheap. The restaurant itself is however not very charming or inviting - the setting is very simple and there are just some plastic tables and chairs outside so this is not the place to go for the atmosphere. Do however go here for the great food.
(4)
David B.

I have been a customer of this family-run business for 15+ years and the quality has been consistently outstanding every time and the price rarely raised. Their servings of tender, marinated, grilled meats are generous. The sides of various vegetables are very fresh. Perhaps it is time to update the styrofoam containers to a more eco-friendly compostable/recycleable material. Other than that, an outstanding Korean take-out restaurant!
(5)
Steven W.

Excellent. Get the kalbi. 4 sides, generous, portions. Only $11. Cash only. Owner very sweet lady.
(5)
Katy R.

Delicious and affordable food in Waikiki! My husband and stopped here via a recommendation, and we both ordered the Chicken Katsu with veggies. The portions were HUGE, and the chicken was tasty. We easily could have shared one order but we were starving from surfing. This place is a splendid gem just a few blocks from the beach!
(5)
Jesse W.

3/24/12: Out of ideas and looking for a place to eat, I turned to yelp and found that we were right around the corner from this joint. Great tasting Korean BBQ food, I ordered the kalbi and my wife ordered Na's special. She loved the man doo and thought it was the best she's had in Hawaii. My kalbi was cooked to perfection and oozing with flavor all around. My sides were mac salad (good, nothing special), a very healthy serving of kim chee, broccoli, and bean sprouts. The dish comes with way too much rice, we had plenty of leftovers for later. Parking looks tough, but there's an area in front where you can double park to grab take out.
(4)
Jessica N.

Wow, a picture for every item on the menu! The place smells delicious as you walk in and your mouth starts to water as you gawk at every meal possible on the wall... Unfortunately, it's a cash only establishment and with the amount left in my pocket only one meal could be ordered. The chicken katsu and kalbi ribs with a side of kimchi, mac, broccoli, and another kimchi style veggie. The chicken was dry, no sauce (extra money for it), but the kalbi was pretty decent... It's hard to screw up ribs. The mac was good, but not the super best. The gentleman behind the register was kind, but hard to understand. And once we picked our sides, fresh potatoes came out and it was too late to switch. Location isn't bad, just a few blocks from the shore... Only outdoor seating. I wish they had accepted card too!
(3)
Coco L.

Small Little place the kalbi tasted good but it was sooo chewy, so i think the cut of the meat wasn't that good. Comparing to the Korean town in Santa Clara, this is a little lacking mac salad was ok but nothing wow...
(2)
Phil M.

Another Youtube recommendation that hit the spot. Now let me say you do not go here for ambiance or a great sit down experience. The place is to say, "is not the best". But, the food was fantastic. We had teriyaki chicken and beef with sides of rice, macaroni salad, cabbage and pickled cucumbers. All were seasoned great, marinated great and most of all tasted great. Took our food over to another hotel and hung out on there balcony enjoying the ocean view. Great Korean BBQ!
(5)
Liza R.

Wish we had found this gem in the middle of Waikiki earlier on our trip. We ate here twice and it was excellent both times. My husband and I ordered Kalbi/bbq chicken plate and the chicken katsu/meat jun plate. SO MUCH FOOD. We shared to try it all and our six year old helped out too and we still couldn't finish. Both plates came with 4 sides each and you get to choose from an array of sides that are at the front counter. You can check them out and the nice lady scoops them up into your styrofoam take out box. The meats seem to be cooked to order in the back. Outdoor seating.
(5)
Lili K.

I give it a 4 even though it was a bit pricey. BUT, it wasn't as pricey compared to what's offered at Waikiki, if that helps! So go here to go cheaper on lunch/dinner! The orders do come with detailed pictures, which helps those who aren't too familiar with what means what. Each dish comes with 4 sides (though they're free at restaurants, but okay, they do give a good amount, like the Panda Express serving sizes). I had #1, the Kalbi and it actually came with a ton of rice (impressive, since stores always charge for a tiny lump of rice that ought to be free). The meal was filling, so you'll be fine after you eat here. It was $10 btw, but I've had meals like this for $5. As for sides, I got the kimchee, noodles, and bean sprouts which were all good, but the mac salad was very dry and not as amazing as other places have made them. I also got some of the Hawaiian soda/punch, which is $1 (obviously a ripoff, but cheaper than other local places I went to, for a can of soda they probably got tons at at a Costco for a better deal). Good amount of people were here, and the wait wasn't long at all. I'd go back here and recommend this place to whoever's stranded (I mean staying) at Waikiki.
(4)
Brian T.

Been here numerous times for breakfast/lunch. Like many of the other korean bbq joints in the area, they have pictures of the various food options. Their's in particular are especially large! The BBQ chicken is delicious, as is their Kal-bi. Mac salad as others have noted is very good too. It's within walking distance to many of the hotels in the area, and a block away from the one I was staying at. There's a small patio for you to sit and enjoy your food right outside the door. For $10 you get a very large meal that can be split into two "normal" meals if so desired.
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Kim N.

We found this little GEM a few blocks from our hotel. It is Koren BBQ so no Racks of Ribs and Sandwiches with Beans and slaw. It is Koren BBQ short ribs, fried dumplings, stir-fry, macaroni salad, some of the best roasted potatoes I have ever had and lots of yummy veggies, plus much more. You go in and order off a huge menu either by number or name. Most dishes come with 2-4 sides that you can choose from and 2 big scoops of rice. Tons of food at a great price. I had the fried dumplings, potatoes, rice, spouts, macaroni salad and cabbage. Hubby had the chicken stir fry, rice, potatoes and macaroni salad. I loved the dumplings and potatoes. There was so much I couldn't finish. Hubby's was a mini plate so me finished his and what was left of mine. All of this was under $20 and a giant Pepsi. They have outdoor seating with a variety of tables and chairs. It was nice to sit with locals and just hang out. They also have call ahead if you want to grab it and go to the beach.
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Leon F.

Our hotel was right nearby and this was the place to go for some straightforward good food. It's nice because it's fast, cheap and you can eat it outside. I've had breakfast and a quick lunch and both were pretty good. The breakfast was a bit rough with a slightly under-cooked sunny-side up egg and jam that's pure sugar but for $4 it's pretty solid. Also, the rice is really good. I meant to ask what brand they use but forgot.
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Janelle O.

Food was great. For $15, we had a meal that feed my husband and 3 year old. Ordered the kali beef and chicken with 4 sides. Great value. Only thing is, no formal sitting area, only outside, so maybe not a good idea to go when it's raining.
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Steve N.

After I finished work, I was famished, and I thought that I would yelp for a good plate lunch place in the Waikiki area. I have a soft spot in my heart for Korean food, and decided to try out Me's BBQ. Walking down Kuhio Ave, my first impression was that it was in a pink building. But still, I persevered. It was around noon, and there was a line going out the door... despite being so hungry, I could have eaten a horse, I decided to wait in line. Looking at the pictures, I knew I wanted a combination type of plate, so the question was which $10 plate to get? Sunny's or Na's? The choice was a difficult one, (and being that the line was still going out the door, and I didn't want to get stink eye) I chose Na's mainly because it had chicken. When my plate arrived, it was a steaming hot plate of Korean goodness. The BBQ chicken was EXCELLENT!!! The BBQ meat was good, and the fish jun was great! I liked the mandoo, but it wasn't the best that I had. Now, let us take a moment to examine their sides... You get 4 choices, and I highly recommend the mac salad! one of the best fast food mac salads ever! The potatoes are awesome, and the chop chae was good too! Kim Chee was blah. Go here, and you won't be disappointed. Side note... went back and got a mini-bbq chicken plate. I think it's a better value... the full plate had 4 pieces of chicken, the mini had 3 pieces.... Good mac salad good BBQ chicken ok mandoo
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Nicole B.

Me's bbq is one of my favorite places to visit in Honolulu. Considering that you are in Hawaii, lunch is definitely not going to be on the cheap side. I had ordered the kalbi, which was seriously delicious. The banchan I wasn't overly crazy about, but the Kal bi was sooo yummy, tender and full of sauce. Anyway, this place has decent pricing considering where your location is. Just a few blocks away from the beach. It's outdoor seating only. Seating is limited. It's a counter order service, meaning no waitress/waiter. Which is absolutely fine by me. Totally laid back & relaxed. Hawaiian style.
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Ryan M.

Great Food. My wife and I stayed near Me's BBQ on a recent vacation and the food is fantastic and a good value. If you like Korean BBQ plate lunch food this is the place for you. They also have very cheap breakfasts.
(5)
Annie W.

$11 for the meat combo, really? It's a bit pricey, but there is plenty of food to have leftovers for a snack. The location is so convenient for us, because it's walking distance from the Kuhio building and Waikiki beach for tourist. There are pictures of the food posted so ONE who does not know about Korean bbq, can just point. The kimchi is pretty bomb, there is outdoor seating, they offer quick service, and the food smells delicious. It's more like a 3.5 joint because their bbq beef is usually a bit overcooked and dry, but on the other hand their kalbi is deliciously loaded with sauce.
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Sara W.

This is my fall back when I don't want to cook or do dishes. I always get the fried fish, it always tastes the same. Their white rice is strangely good. My bf gets like 3sides of the Mac salad! Kim chee and veggies are great!
(4)
Cecilia B.

Great place to grab some Katsu or Kalbibeef before posting up on the beach. Good fresh food with about a 10-15 minute wait. Most meals come with rice and the entree with 4 sides. I would recommend just picking two sides and doubling it. I recommend the rice noodles and Mac salad with a bit of kimchi.. So that's three sides.. Haha. There are a few tables outside to enjoy your food and just watch people pass by. I'd recommend just ordering your food and grab your drink from the ABC store across the way. They have a breakfast selection, your usual spam & eggs until 10:30AM.
(4)
Christine S.

Excellent street Bi Bim Bap - vegetarian and non-vegetarian were both great, quick, relatively cheap. Awesome!
(5)
Angela A.

This really is the best Korean BBQ! Anytime I'm in Waikiki I try to get here for lunch. Like all Korean BBQs - the side dishes are my favorite! The glass noodles, mac salad, potatoes, and broccoli are my go-to items, making sure to mix a little of the mac salad with the glass noodles :) I love the BBQ chicken but don't typically eat much after all those sides! My fiance and I went there this week and split a combo plate of BBQ chicken/kalbi short ribs with the standard 2 scoops rice & 4 sides and we ALMOST finished the whole plate, which cost about $9. The only thing that could make it better would be if it were in a more convenient location to ME!
(5)
Bandeets L.

The best Korean BBQ in Waikiki. If you are craving Korean BBQ mixed plate, this is the place to go. Forget Yummy BBQ at the Int'l Marketplace or Royal Hawaiian Centre, don't be lazy and walk a bit further to Me's BBQ. The outside is underwhelming -- grab a seat on their patio and eat there while it's piping hot and fresh. I guarantee that their kalbi, japchae and kimchee are the best in Waikiki. However, skip the BBQ Beef -- it is a cheap cut of meat, both dry and overly saturated with soya which makes it taste a bit cured and salty. Huge portions and excellent flavor!
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Ryan H.

This place was really good. For my 9-day trip I are here three nights in a row. The first time I had one of the specials. It was pretty good but didn't really care for the fried portions of the meal. The next night I had the chicken katsu. This was excellent the chicken was crispy and not soggy. The following night I had the chicken katsu and kalbi combo. The kalbi was good although I do wish that they would have cut the meat to make it easier to eat like at other Korean restaurants but that is just me being picky. Bout only is the main meat dishes good, but the sides that you get to choose are also delicious. I was able to try their cucumber kimchee which was probably the best I have ever had at a restaurant, there mac salad also very good, there bean sprouts which were particularly my favorite and the glass noodles which were pretty good but a little on the greasy side. The only major problem was the service, it is a little slow and there is not much waiting room on the inside, other than that the food is definitely worth it. And the price of the food is spot on. A must try place if you are in Waikiki and looking for a good plate lunch.
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Audrey L.

THis place is awesome. Great food. Great portions. Great selections Straight to the point Side dishes were excellent Prices are VERY reasonable
(5)
Megan P.

You would probably walk right by this place without batting an eye but STOP! If you like Korean food - or even if you don't have experience with it - you need to try this place. We had a #1 and a #36 based off of recommendations from yelp. Both were awesome, #1 would be my pick. Soup looked awesome too. BYOB and sit outside to soak up the amazing 75 degree temp. Hard to beat this place at $10 a plate. I wouldn't order my own plate next time around - def split. We ended up throwing sides and rice out because we were stuffed.
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Christa N.

Um...one word: YUMMMMMMM. I make it a point to stop by here every time I'm in Waikiki, and for good reason too! In fact, I always look forward to Me's when I'm on the island. For the price you pay, they sure give a hearty portion. Not much has changed since the first time I stopped here, still family owned, same prices, same great food.
(5)
M. K.

Yummy food, generous meat portion. Downsides: cash only, noisy neighborhood, no indoor seating, tiny insects crawling on table outside, self-service. But if you just want good takeout at a reasonable price, this is 5 stars.
(4)
Dave V.

Had the number "38". BBQ beef and BBQ chicken. Came with 4 sides (I had the kimchee, kimchee cucumbers, cole slaw, and mac salad). All of it was very flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this little stop.
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Clyde E.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. It is cheap, quick and near where I stay in HI! One plate of food feeds me FOREVER! highly recommend trying!!! If you eat outside, watch out for the birds!
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Ashley C.

If there's every a description of divey restaurant, this would win hands down. But don't let exterior fool you. We happened to walk into this joint, because it was across from our hotel. It's two blocks from the beach, quite visible, and very pink. The owners are Korean but the menu is diverse. It starts of with a few Korean items, turning into American, then Chinese, and end with Portuguese. It covers everyone and every nationality. I love their only soup bowl on the menu; which may not be for everyone, but I'm Asian, and I feel empty without a good bowl of broth to go with my food. The space is small and most customers order theirs to go; but there is a patio with table and chairs. It's very well maintained.
(5)
Ling K.

Came back several more times during our stay on the island. Still good every time! Definitely our go-to place for future trips. Seafood pancake is delicious and Stir Fried Squid Plate (warning: spicy!) is excellent.
(5)
Tricia K.

Great food, great prices, and a great location. This was a wonderful spot for some tasty, high-quality take-out, and a nice break from the prices of a lot of the places nearby in Waikiki. Check these guys out: the service was friendly and fast and the food was great.
(5)
Matthew P.

I was worried we would not be able to find an affordable local place close to us that we could frequent. Thank you yelp for alleviating these fears just a few hours into my Oahu trip. I absolutely love this place. We ate here on Saturday night and I got the kalbi beef like everyone recommended. My boyfriend got the katsu chicken. Both were so good and delicious. I can't recommend this place enough. There was plenty of flavor in each dish and boy was there a lot of food. You will be stuffed. With most dishes you will be allowed 4 side items. I would recommend two sides of kimchi, the macaroni salad, and the bean sprouts. But that's just me. It was delicious. I tried the potatoes side and it wasn't very flavorful. But the meat and everything else was astounding. So much so we decided to get breakfast here on Sunday morning. FAIL. They are closed on Sunday. We were so disappointed because the breakfast platters looked delicious and deliciously cheap. Monday FINALLY came and we ordered the $4 breakfast plates. Can you seriously beat this? I really don't think so. Not for what you are given. You are allowed the option of toast of rice. Me being white and southern bred chose toast. We both agreed that the sausage was the tastiest. The spam was pretty good but there is a place close by that has some great bacon/egg/spam musubi. So if you are craving spam, go to Iyasume Masubi around the corner. The corned beef was more like corned breading.... But that hasn't stopped my love affair in the least. HIGHLY recommend this place.
(5)
Kin N.

I was in Hawaii with few of my friends for vacation. We found this korean BBQ place while walking around. We decided to give it a try. Place is small and accepts cash only, which was fine. Food was very good, even one of my picky friend was satisfied. We loved how we can pick up to 4 side dishes. Here is why I gave 2 stars, it was very humid and hot that day, so we decided to buy it to go and eat in our hotel instead. The lady bagged everything for us already and we are about to leave. Finally, we felt thirsty, so we ask for few cups of water, and the lady replied, "oh, I'm sorry, I can not give it to you, I only can give it to you when you eat here." Fine, we decided to eat there and she gave us the water. The worst part is that she came up to us and took our box out from the bag, yes!! She literally took back the bag! We are so mad that this lady was so CHEAP!! We never went back even though the food was good. Bad bad service!!
(2)
J F.

I really used to like this place, hell I introduced my sister to this place and she loves it more then me. My usual here is meat jun and chicken katsu. Sides are jap chae and mac salad, the sides here are the stars, the mains not so much. I used to really like this place but in Waikiki i prefer another place for plate lunch now :( sad but I'll still go to Me's just not as much as I would normally.
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Jason B.

Just had the breakfast. Good local style breakfast for 4 bucks a plate. There was outdoor seating too but we just went back to our room. PS. They don't butter the toast. Update: We hit this place about 3 more times....great plate lunches...
(4)
Alma W.

I really liked this place! The food is fresh, cheap and full of flavor! What I liked most is that you can choose your pan chan, up to four per combo. Loved!
(5)
Vi Y.

Hubby wanted to give this spot 3 stars, because he said it's average Korean food. Not horrible enough for me to give it 2 stars, but really, it wasn't anything I would crave or want to try again, so I had to give an honest review. We were planning on renting mopeds, and grabbing plate lunches for a picnic at Hanauma Bay, but homegirl crashed the moped and hit her head on a tree, as soon as she turned out of the driveway, so I chickened out and returned the moped asap. We were walking back to our hotel, trying to figure out plan b, and decided to take the bus to Hanauma, which was going to leave in 30 min. As we were walking towards the bus stop, we saw this spot and decided to grab our plate lunches here. The prices were pretty reasonable. We got an order of korean ribs, and then beef slices. I forget what it's called. They let you pick 4 sides, so I got korean noodles, mac salad, potato side dish, and a cucumber kim chi thing. (carb, carb, carb, GOOSE!) The food was just "ok". It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't anything great. The noodles were al dente. Normally I like my noodles more cooked. The meat had enough flavor, and everything tasted great when we were on the beach with nothing to eat. If given the choice, I wouldn't come here again, and wouldn't recommend it to my friends. There are too many other great places to spend your $$ and calories on in Hawaii.
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Lina N.

best Korean BBQ i have EVER had and I live in Orange county :-) I recommend the Mac salad, veggies, and combos. You are going to want to try everything so the combos are worth it because you'll get more than 1 kind of meat and more sides. :-) This place is very popular! It was recommend to us by one of our tour guides and the 1st time we came here no one was here and it was just around the corner from our hotel. The 2nd time we went it was closer to dinner time and the line was wrapped around the building. Took us about an hour to get our food but it was so worth it!
(5)
Sally M.

I can't recommend this place enough. The food is delicious, the service is fast, the portions are huge, and it's affordable. We went here twice during our stay and had enough leftovers the second time to eat well at the airport. Anyone staying nearby should definitely stop here -- it beats all of the overpriced, mediocre food options.
(5)
Debora L.

Good solid Korean bbq to go. Generous portions although the kal bi was chewy in texture. Four veggie sides that came with entree were good - not too spicy, not too oily, and not too complicated. All orders are in a styrofoam 3-divider container to-go, but there is seating just outside the restaurant. It's close to the street so don't expect "romantic ambience"! Vegetarian option: $7 for just the vegetarian sides (kimchee, kimchee cucumbers, sprouts, steamed broccoli and carrots, or corn kernels, which I'm pretty sure are from a can). You can add a $1 and get two scoops of rice with that. It's a bit pricy for vegetarian food IMO but at least they offer an option. No brown rice available. Just wish they were open on Sundays and after 9pm; this would be a great late eats option!
(4)
Danny L.

Really tasty hole in the wall off the main Honolulu strip. A little dirtier than I prefer, but they made some excellent bbq chicken.
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Juv C.

Holy korean jesus meat! I had the korean bbq plate that comes with 3-4 sides. And what I received was this big mound of tasty meat. Oh I'm not complaining, that mound was gooood. Who doesn't like loads of meat in your face, am i right? This is a hidden gem off of kalakaua so you don't get too many tourists blowing it up creating a long wait. The owner is really nice. And just about everything on the menu was low priced so you don't break your wallet too much, leaving you plenty of cash for big, cold, refreshing glasses of booze, complete with girly umbrella.
(4)
Deb S.

I don't even know where to start with this hidden little gem. Me's is tucked away on a side street but people know this place is here cuz the line stretches out the door and into the seating area. This sweet little lady is serving our group of six and doling out four (yes 4) sides with eacvh of our orders. The choices are typical with a twist - tangy kim chee, creamy mac salad, salty red potatoes, long beans, long rice, spicy zucchini, red peppers, crunchy cabbage, and more. The Kalbi Beef is sweet and succulent - so flavorful. I loved the shrimp jun too. The price is right and the food is amazing. CASH only, remember!!
(5)
Neni E.

Been a week since I've returned from Oahu and I'm craving for food from here. One of the very few, and I mean very few places to eat in Waikiki that have jacked-up their prices the last several years I've been vacationing in Oahu. Their chicken katsu plate will last me for lunch, dinner, and even for breakfast! Love their kal bi which you can get for under $11!! Their BBQ beef, chicken, and chicken katsu go for under $10 for full plates!! It's my all-time favorite place to get food from when I'm in Waikiki! I'm hungry now!! =)
(5)
Sean B.

Hey Me's... here's a neat-o idea. If your sign says you're open until 9:00 and every online listing says you're open until 9:00 and we call and you tell us you're open until 9:00... why not try STAYING open until 9:00? We walked A MILE and got there at 8:45 to a locked door, a closed sign, and a dismissive wave from inside. Strike One. You're out.
(1)
Vivian D.

Korean fast food? Whoo! And it was right across from my hotel, lucky me. ;) Food was great. I forgot the name of the plate that I had, but it was one of the three special ones named after people/owners...? Anyways, the plate came with like 3-4 sides and the main dish was plentiful. It was nomifying; I nom-ed everything on my plate (styrofoam box). I enjoyed my lunch that day. c:
(5)
Steven V.

For $10 my partner and I had chicken Katsu plate with 4 sides. Generous portions all around. I was impressed at this price all the sides were cooked and seasoned well including broccoli that was fresh and bright green. The Katsu plate followed an afternoon of Mai Tai's and sailing on a catamaran. It hit the spot and made for good hangover-prevention! I can't wait to come back and try breakfast!
(4)
Horatio J.

I had #34 with kimchi, cucumbers, macaroni salad, and jap chae. It was a ton of food and well worth the gluttony. I was not hungry for at least an hour. The MSG gave Ms. Jakalthorpe a headache, but I powered through it like nothing.
(4)
Christina G.

We passed this little place up about three different times.Excellent korean bbq with large portions.The price was decent to.I would go back to this place so yummy.Plastic chairs and tables outside our you can take your plate to go.
(4)
Jeff P.

Really good inexpensive food. Cash only.
(5)
Dae Y.

i stumbled upon this joint as i was walking to a different destination for a spam+eggs+rice breakfast. they had it, and it looked like a locally owned shop, so i decided to try it. they happen to be korean-owned! i got 2 eggs over easy, 3 slices of spam, 2 big scoops of white steamed rice, an aloha maid natural pineapple orange drink, and a side plate of assorted kimchi (i had to ask for that one) for $6. he did recognize immediately that i was korean, so i don't know if that had anything to do with his hospitality. but the nice old guy who was at the cash register was friendly to everyone that i saw. he said he's been living here for 33yrs!! a great little truly local hole in the wall discovery!!
(5)
Jenna T.

I love Me's BBQ! It's only a short walk from Waikiki Beach. Everything I've had was amazing here and very reasonably priced. My favorites were the kimchi, mac salad, and short ribs! There's a small courtyard with tables and chairs where you can have your food but it fills up quickly since this place is pretty popular.
(5)
Kelly S.

One of the best Korean places I've ever tried hands down. It's a hole in the wall near Waikiki and the prices are super affordable. There's usually always a line around lunch and dinner time but it's worth the fresh cooked food! I ordered the kalbi and bbq chicken and they were sooo good. My friends and I loved this place so much we came 3 nights in a row? A little obsessed ... I know. LOL but for the price you pay you get so much food!! Along with your choice of meat you get FOUR sides!! And they're super generous when it comes to their sides. You can pick from corn, kimchi, bean sprouts, broccoli, those Korean noodles( totally forgetting what they're called ), spicy cucumbers, mac salad, and I'm probably forgetting two more. I need veggies when I eat and this place gives the prefect portion! Overall amazing place for Korean food! I'll always eat here at least once when I visit Oahu!
(5)
Roxanne H.

Got the #1 for lunch at 12:15pm with Mac, broccoli, cucumbers & Kim chee totalling $13 & change. Huge portions and lots of flavor! The meat was very fatty and chewy. Only had to wait 5 minutes.
(4)
Anson W.

Don't go off the grid. On the window outside is their full menu with pictures of everything, with items numbered and laid out in a grid. We ordered the BBQ Beef and BBQ Chicken from this menu; both were $10.50 for the full plate option. We also ordered the Seafood Pajun for $12, which was not on the regular menu but was pictured separately on the door. The beef and chicken plates gave us a lot of meat, a bit too much rice, and four small sides of our choice (cabbage, broccoli, potato salad, tofu, bean sprouts, kimchi, etc). Pretty good bang for the buck. Since the Seafood Pajun was more expensive than the plates, I was expecting it to be really good. Unfortunately though it was thick, there was way more pancake than seafood, and the texture was firm-ish but not crispy. Verdict: skip the pajun and go for a plate. And bring cash, cuz that's all they take.
(3)
Jenn N.

I love this place. For half of our trip to Hawaii, we stayed right across the street. And although we were supposed to try different foods, we kept wanting to go back here. The portions are huge and the quality of the food is incomparable to other Hawaii BBQ places. We got the combo plate with both BBQ chicken and short ribs, yummy noodles, and other sides.. I think it was less than $12-13 for it and my bf and I shared it and couldn't even finish it. There was so much food in that little to go container that my heart danced with joy when I opened it. I really miss this place and wish there was something like it in the Bay Area :(
(5)
Melissa C.

Had the Chicken Katsu and BBQ beef. Portions and price are very good for Waikiki. Only about $14 for a two meat plate with 4 sides. I was a little disappointed in the macaroni salad, not much flavor and the texture was off. Other than that, the meal was delicious.
(4)
Amy Y.

Cheap eats in Waikiki. Yeeee! Small dining place with 5 tables outside. We ordered the regular size BBQ chicken with 4 sides and 2 scoops of rice. The plate was decent priced with decent amount. The food was great. The BBQ chicken wasn't burnt like how Yummy's would. The sides were pretty good. They have more a lot of options on the menu. Will be back if I crave korean food.
(4)
Andrew L.

Great tasty food for a great price. It was right across from our hotel so it was really convenient. I tried both the beef and ribs combo and the chicken and both are great. Don't be fooled by the take out aspect or you will miss some of the best Korean BBQ.
(4)
Catherine G.

The one thing about Hawaii... there is plenty of Asian food to go around. AND a lot of it in fast food form. Knowing that, and understanding that fast food Asian food is just that, I was still expecting something better than I got. Again, another review on Yelp pointed me to this direction. My husband was tired from his commute so I went to just get some take out. Understanding that there is only so many pieces of meat (Kalbi) I ordered two portions of that and a plate of meat jun. Ok, not sure if its just me and I just don't like meat jun or it wasn't good meat jun but I did not like it. So chalking that up to preference lets move on to the Korean Kalbi. Lets face it folks, most people know what kalbi is, how it should taste and look. Only... I'm Korean so I'm probably even more discerning than most. Well.... lets just say... getting globs of fat on my meat, not my thing. Even my husband, who just eats whatever commented that there was a LOT of fat on his kalbi. The portions of sides are generous, the rice (overly generous) but all in all, the meat itself just disappointed me. I'm surprised to see so many people who rated this place so high. So being these are my people, I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and maybe try it again. I dunno. But right now, I wouldn't go back.
(2)
Alan K.

Giant portions and awesome mac salad. I ate here twice in two weeks, and honestly I think mostly it was due to the delicious mac salad. Sure, it was sitting under the glass counter for who knows how long. But it was fantastic. More seriously, the kalbi/bulgogi combination was a little fatty/stringy for my taste. I enjoyed the meat jun/chicken cutlet combo much more. Of course, it's all kinda greasy and everything is drenched in sauce and you feel like doing nothing after you eat, least of all going to the beach and taking your shirt off and sitting in the sun. That sounds like a nightmare to me, actually. For real, it's all about the sides. Cash only though, they need to get the square!
(3)
Keun W.

We live next door, so this is our go to place when we are in the mood for fast food Korean. It's around $10 or more per plate, but they give you a lot of meat (I usually order the kalbi dish or the Sunny Special). I just wish they gave a little more sides. I mean the amount, because you get to pick 3 or 4 sides. But they give you enough rice, which is good :)
(4)
Kat S.

As soon as we got to Honolulu, we said we were only going to eat at local places and this place was a gem. glad it was a decent walk from our hotel to me's that we could start digesting after stuffing our face. its a small place you walk-in order and pick out your sides, wait for it to be ready, try to find a seat in the couple of tables, portions are generations oh yea theres no restroom. great combos available usually comes with 4 sides. i know 4 sides! quality of food was great. cant beat the prices. we visited this place at least 3 times in our 5 day stay. Got to go try it. you wont regret it.
(4)
Stephanie M.

Awesome Korean food. There's always a line out the door. And you seriously get your money's worth.
(5)
Mike M.

Came here last night for dinner.. All the 5 star reviews were spot on. My gf and I had the #1 Kal bi bar-b-q which was really really good. 4 slabs of meat, 2 scoops of rice, and 4 sides. The meat was tender and the sauce was delicious, rice perfectly cooked, and the mac salad/potato dish were delicious as well. Only two negatives was that they only take cash and this place is a whole in a wall, don't expect a fancy restaurant. Its best to pick up your food and eat at the beach.
(5)
Odille C.

This Korean restaurant is a hole in the wall establishment across the street from the Pacific Monarch in a violently pink building. It is cash only for those planning on paying with card. I ordered the meat jun and kalbi, but was sadly disappointed by the quality of the meat jun as it was thin and rather tasteless. The kalbi on the other hand was tender and rather moist. Maybe, I just didn't choose the best things on their menu. I'm rather on the fence about this establishment. If you are going here there is an ATM in the shop next door.
(3)
Suavecito m.

Inexpensive , simple Korean spot a couple blocks away from the beach. Not the most fabulous spot but it gets the job done but with so many great spots nearby you have to be tough on the grading scale.
(3)
Ali U.

Expect leftovers! Good food at a great value. Love the meat jun and bean sprout salad.
(4)
Mary N.

Large Portions! Great Prices. We tried a few things on our visit and liked them all. No indoor seating but they have a few tables outside. Great for take-out after a long adventure filled day!
(5)
Christian A.

Definitely feel like I wasted money. I'm from the San Francisco bay area and I eat A LOT of kbbq. This is overpriced and totally not worth it. I got the kalbi (shorts ribs) with chicken katsu. The short ribs were the thickest slices of kalbi I've ever had. Kalbi is not supposed to be sliced fat like that. It was also super undercooked and had zero flavor. Definitely not even marinated. The katsu was alright, but then again how hard is it to screw up chicken katsu. The sauce was definitely weird and felt really random and the flavors definitely clashed. They only have outdoor seating which they never clean or wipe down, like ever. If you want good BBQ and want to get your moneys worth, go somewhere else.
(1)
Karry L.

It's a great lunch and dinner option if you're in the area! It's more like a take out place w outdoor seating, a couple of blocks from the beach! As a tourist in waikiki area, this was one of the most satisfying meal I had! Owed and run by Korean, numerous options of BBQ and other dishes, you can chose BBQ by itself, or combo which comes w white rice and 2 sides, of cos I opted for BBQ sliced beef combo w japae and marinated potato. BBQ was marinated to perfection. Everything was so delicious that I managed to finish my entire combo box! Then I walked it off at the diamond head =)
(4)
Kerry L.

Hidden gem in Waikiki! This small store front korean BBQ has the most delicious kalbi I've had. Not only the serving is generous (serves 2 for a light snack) but also gives you 5 sides on top of your meal platter. The choices of the sides included simmered potatoes, japchae, broccoli, sweet corn, kimchi and some other items. I'm not a big fan of rice so the lady gave me the option of choosing an extra side which was perfect. In my one week vacation there, we ordered 3-4 times from this place.
(5)
Nina G.

Quick, friendly customer service. Portions were generous and I loved the variety of side salads and veggies. (You get to choose four to go with your main dish!) Everything was delicious!
(4)
Zhi Qiang J.

Owned by Koreans and quite good. Their sides aren't the best but the plate lunches were solid. The kimchi was soso, but the prices were good enough to not mind it! Would go again if I come back on vacation for sure.
(5)
Mui K.

Talk about hole in the wall. This place is across the street from the Monarch hotel and serves Korean/Hawaii cuisine. Perfect place for a quick bite before starting your day. +Large selection. All kinds of korean food from bim bim bap to galbi to man doo. Also your typical "hawaiian food" like spam or Portuguese sausage with eggs. +Nice service. Seems to be family own and they're really nice and sweet. -Cash only. -Limited slightly dirty outdoor seating.
(4)
Joe P.

Dis hole in da wall, is really a "hole in a wall". Me's is located in the side of the Pacific Grove Hotel on Uluniu near Kuhio in Waikiki. If you are walking on the wrong side of the street, this place is easy to miss. However, Me's has food as good as fancier Korean places, that is easy on your kala (dollar). The menu is expansive w/ standards like kalbi, bi bim bap, and man doo kooksoo. However, Me's also offers eggs w/ spam, portuguese sausage or corned beef hash. My friend ordered #36: Kalbi & chicken katsu ($12), and I ordered the BBQ chicken side order ($8 - no rice or side dishes). The kalbi was void of any fat you find at a lot of places. The katsu was not overcooked and the katsu sauce is so special people ask for extra, and Me's charges 25 cents. Full plates come w/ four sides and my friend chose cucumber, bean sprouts, mac salad and broccoli. All of the veggies were fresh and crunchy: 4 Stars. The BBQ chicken was nicely marinated, moist and tender. The portion was very large and I was stuffed afterwards. The service was quick and efficient. The ambiance is a few tables outside. The only downsides are cash only and it is closed on Sunday: 4 Stars. Me's is a hidden gem just a couple blocks up from the ultra-touristy Kalakaua Ave. However, locals will line up around the corner to enjoy some hearty K food.
(4)
Peter L.

Pretty good food. Fast service and there was a good selection of sides. The food was pretty tasty and whilst the atmosphere was take out it hit the spot. Nothing pretentious about this joint but worth the visit.
(4)
Bernice L.

Large portions and located right in Waikiki. Not bad if you're looking for a cheap but filling meal. However, I've had much better Korean food back at home. We ordered the kalbi meal which came with four sides! Kalbi was fine but not mind blowingly delicious. Decent place to try if you're looking for non-touristy places right off the main strip.
(3)
Lance P.

Had the special and Shrimp Jun... If you like seafood, get the Fish Jun hands down best. The BBQ chicken and Beef are excellent.
(4)
Tati P.

I used to live around the corner from this place but never had a thought of trying their food until my bf told how amazing their food is. They are a small, whole in the wall kind of place. There are tables to sit if you plan on staying out. Great variety of foods and loveLOVE how generous they make their portions. My usual is the chicken katsu w/shoyu potatoes, corn, mac, and tofu. Sometimes I order half mandoo, half meat jun when I feel like eating something else. I would very much so recommend this place to a friend
(5)
Maygan C.

Good cheap Korean food $ Better off to bring food back and eat in your room as it's walking distance to all Waikiki beach hotels if it's busy 1) order indoor with self serve outdoor seating (almost like eat on the street with no view) 2) cash only 3) 8 tables only and since it is self serve ... Bring your own wet naps to clean table and chairs 4) no restroom 5) closed Sunday 6) no parking
(4)
Nick M.

I love this place! Every time I've come here it's always been clutch. Great KBBQ meals amongst others. Breakfast is awesome because it's so simple and affordable. The location is small and simple just the way I like things to be. If you are staying at the hotels near Waikiki this definitely a spot to grab a bite to eat. Especially great after swimming or surfing. Only thing that's a bummer is they don't except card. Only CASH. Other than that love eating here.
(4)
Lindsey N.

I am always craving Korean food and this place hit the spot! I am so glad I had cash and a good friend to circle the block with the car while I got out and ordered to go. There was no parking around anywhere. We ordered a sunny special and katsu plate and a mini beef plate that was far from being mini! It came out a little over $30 which wasn't bad at all after you see the portions that they squeeze into those styrofoam containers. You get to pick 4 banchan to go with each plate and it comes with a big portion of rice. The special combo had chicken, galbi, mandu, and beef jeon. It was a great sampling of all the things I wanted to try. The katsu was perfectly crispy! The galbi was flavorful but a bit fatty... but there was so much food I just wanted a taste of it anyways. I scarfed down the japchae and mac salad real quick! It was all so good! Glad my sister found this place!
(4)
Vikki C.

Good food, reasonable prices, servings are big, staff friendly. Could have a line during dinner rush hour but if you get there early its not too busy.
(4)
Raechel S.

Just like all the other reviews have stated, this little hole in the wall is definitely wallet friendly. Expect two meals for the price of one and delicious as well. The service isn't all that but it's always busy, so I'm sure the husband/wife team have plenty going on to not worry about being courteous 100 percent of the time. We got the fish jun and chicken teriyaki combo plate and couldn't stop eating the whole heaping to go container! Cash only so come prepared.
(4)
Amber M.

A hidden gem in waikiki! For locals and tourists alike. Great tasting Korean food with the option to pick from several delicious sides. My boyfriend and I got Kalbi in our meals so it was much higher priced then the other options so be aware of that! The quality of food was way beyond the price. We were given and large and fair portion of meat with a large amount of rice. The sides also given in a big portion. Both myself and my boyfriend couldn't finish it all in one sitting. If you are looking for a quick, less expensive option compared to all the fancy places that surround you in Waikiki I highly recommend this place! I'm not Korean but I do live in LA and the food is no different then the food home.
(4)
Peter J.

Decent togo Korean BBQ place. Big portions for the price, especially for Waikiki.
(4)
Edward W.

I stayed at the Waikiki Prince Hotel and this place was only a block away. I ordered the full meat jun for breakfast and it was just the right amount of food for two people. Our food took about 10 minutes since there were a couple orders ahead of us. It was raining quite heavily that morning and they don't have any indoor seating. We ended up sitting outside underneath a huge umbrella, which kept us dry for the most part.
(4)
Helen L.

Great place to get some good Korean BBQ! One dish comes with more than enough food to share with another person.
(4)
Yuna D.

I can't believe I found authentic Korean food in Waikiki. I actually got super homesick after eating at this place. I gave this place 3 stars, but it's not because of the food. The food here is amazing--I inhaled the Haemool Pajun (Seafood pancake). We get the medley with the fish jun, bulgogi, and Chicken, which also comes with your choice of four sides. We got the namul (great), kimchi (perfectly fermented), mac salad (yum!). Portions are large, but it was quite expensive. My mom does Korean food catering, so I felt guilty paying so much. The seafood pancake we got was $12. wtf. I get it with importing ingredients and stuff, but it should not cost THAT much. Also, what is it with that woman's attitude? I know us Koreans have this comrade thing going where we're all smiles when we see each other, but this woman did NOT want to talk (or smile). I asked if she sold naengmyun and she looked at me like I was crazy and said "no." Dude. if you wanted to upcharge on anything, it would be naengmyun. Imagine a bowl of ice cold naengmyun on a hot summer hawaii day. IMAGINE THAT COLD NOODLE OMG. She's the crazy one for not selling it. tl;dr great authentic korean food in hole in the wall, unfriendly service, expensive. CASH ONLY.
(3)
Kelly S.

Huge portions, delicious food. So far the best meal of our trip to Hawaii! Cash only. My kids enjoyed the bbq chicken and bbq beef meals. Steamed broccoli was a side option as well as noodles. We were feeding 2 adults, a teenager who can eat a side of beef, a tween and an 8 year old. we ordered 4 meals to share and we couldn't come close to finishing it all.
(5)
Anthony M.

Stopped here for dinner, the place was small but the food portions were large! Got the BBQ beef and chicken with a double side of Mac salad. So much food! After I was done it was straight to sleep!!!
(4)
Nelson U.

Best Korean BBQ I've had in a long time... So many combinations to choose from and sides. The Mac salad was very simple but taste really good..
(5)
Hidden T.

Wow. What a surprise. Outside does not look very attractive. When we walk in late night and order the beef and chicken katsu. Include 4 sides. We had tofu, kimchi, broccoli And corn. The portion was huge. Food is hot and tasty. Vancouver has lots of good Korean restaurant, but this one I think is very comparable. Good job. We went again for the second time. This time we order BBQ chicken and short ribs. Still very good. The line up was close to 30'min.
(4)
Sean C.

parking: none the cost: $12 per person the food: - kalbi bbq restrooms: no Located in waikiki, this is a nice stop if you want to grab a quick bite. With the meals you can get 4 banchan dishes, which you choose once you order. Their fairly speedy with their orders so you won't be waiting too long. There's also outside seating. Their portions are generous. Their kalbi is okay. Nothing to write home about. Overall, okay food, okay price, okay location if you're in waikiki
(3)
Cobra K.

I've been trying to get a plate lunch all week. Drove by Rainbow Drive In several times to see that they were closed the week I'm in Oahu. Great. But after looking though yelp, found Me's. Great Hawaiian plate lunch spot. Parking might be a little challenging, but I found an illegal spot next to a fire hydrant and ran in and out before the cops could tow my rental car. Whew!!!! The risks you take for bbq! Fast, inexpensive and delicious.
(4)
Tony S.

At first I thought this place was going to be gross because of the building but do not judge a book by its cover. Probably the beat chic ken and beef I've EVER had. Especially in Oahu. I was here for 10 days and I think I ate it 7 times. The portions are huge and well worth the money. The customer assistance is awesome and friendly and fast. The menu across the board is amazing, the white rice was just perfect. Highly recommend this place to everyone.
(5)
Connie H.

Solid 4 stars. Great price for the amount of food you get, fast service, and good food. We ordered a galbi plate and na's special (mandoo, chicken, galbi and fish jun). They're very generous with portions and have about 10 different sides you can choose 4 from. Just FYI It's a small store with only a few tables outside so it's more of a take-out place then sit down. Lots of Koreans ordering food too so that must say something! Definitely worth checking out.
(4)
Kevin L.

Total hole in the wall korean spot. I had no idea about this place going to Hawaii, but it was close to my hotel and there seemed to always be a big line so I checked it out and I was happy I did. First of all its cash only and in my opinion its a bit pricey for a hole in the wall place but the food does it justice. They give you a good amount of food, and you get to choose 4 sides. 4 SIDES. And the sides stole the show too. Every side I had there was delicious. I also tried the popular chicken katsu which was not bad, but I dont know that I would order it again. On the other hand, I had meat jun here for the first time in my life and I definitely WOULD order that again. Definitely check this place out when youre in HI.
(5)
Derik T.

This place is awesome, absolutely hit the spot! Ordered #35 Kal bbq + bbq chicken, and it was sensational, succulent & satisfying. Very reasonable pricing too! :)
(5)
Stephanie P.

Ordered the BBQ Kalbi plate which comes with two scoops of rice and four vegetable sizes. Asked how much extra Kalbi would cost since there were only 3-4 pieces pictured and apparently the cashier did not like that question and said we couldn't do that. Then she said it was $8 extra dollars on top of the $12 plate. Okaaay. When the food was ready, she basically threw the plastic bag at us as if passive-aggressively telling us not to dine-in - which was okay since we were bringing the food down to the beach anyway. But damn! Food was okay but one star off for the 'tude.
(2)
Marissa N.

Hole in the wall place with satisfying Korean style lunch plates. To agree with other reviews, it's incredibly wallet friendly! Four sides AND a heaping pile of rice with whatever protein your heart desires. I had the fish jun (mahi mahi pan fried in eggs) and my friend had kalbi (beef spare ribs). DELISH. Mine was 10.95, hers was 12.95. We also had leftovers to boot. NOMS. The woman working the counter did EVERYTHING: take your order, scoop your sides, and take your cash (btw cash only, folks!). When a rush of orders came from 6 construction workers, she was super busy! She handled it beautifully nonetheless and my food came out in a timely fashion. The person cooking back there must also be working their booty off. Again, it's a hole in the wall. Don't go here in yo heels and Dior bag. Leave that sh*t at home. Get your styrofoam container and take a seat on their roadside patio. It's fulfilling and saves you some extra dollars to spend at the ABC store ;)
(5)
Evan S.

One of my favorite dishes on the island. I always get the bbq chicken, triple Mac salad and broccoli. It's always delicious. I've had to wait for a few extended periods of time while they were busy, but it is understandable and worth it. The only real downside I've ever had was not having cash and having a me's craving. Their portions are huge too. For $11 I get two full meals
(4)
Tina T.

Stumbled across this place as we visited Honolulu. A little hole in the wall place. No dining in but they have tables outside to sit at. Everything comes in styrofoam containers. This is a must try when visiting Honolulu. My husband ordered #15. Sunnys special. Comes with 2 scoops of white rice and 4 sides vegetables. ( broccoli. Corn. Kim chi. Cole slaw. Cucumbers in kim chi ) The meats were Kal Bi which is bbq short ribs. They were delicious. So much flavor and very tender. Also there was Meat Juan which is thinly sliced beef dipped in egg batter and fried. He said it was very good. Also there was bbq chicken included which had a bourbon kind of taste. Also very good. And yes theres more. A fried man doo which is a dumpling. Also very good. All this for $12.00. I pretty much ordered the same thing minus the Meat Juan. And it was so good. The flavors were spot on. We saw a lot of locals ordering and we over heard a local tell some tourist that this was the best Korean food on the Island. I wish we had more time here would love to try there other stuff. A must try in Honolulu.
(5)
Yuan C.

Looking for some delicious and cheap Korean comfort food in Waikiki area? Me's BBQ is your place! It has a mom and pop's restaurant vibe with tons of options to choose from. I was in a very carniverous mood and ordered the #34, with kalbi BBQ and BBQ beef. It came with a scoop of rice and 4 sides! I chose the kimchi, potatoes, glass noodles, and bean sprouts as my sides. It took about 15 minutes for the food to get ready, which is fair because I think they make the meat to order. There were very generous portions of both the kalbi and BBQ beef! Both tasted tender, savory, and all around delicious! Out of the 4 sides, I liked the potatoes the most! They were perfectly mushy with a sweet flavor :) By the way, if you order a canned/bottled drink, make sure you recycle! The cute little owner pretty much manned the trashcan to make sure we recycled lol
(4)
Greg H.

If you are in Waikiki and looking for an inexpensive place to go and don't mind eating your food next to a guy at a bike/car rental kiosk and hungry birds then this is your place! Eat on the shady patio or take it to the beach or your hotel. With all of the luxury development there aren't many places like this left in Waikiki, a true hole in the wall with very good food. I order the Na's Special which I think of a the sampler plate. Mmm. The funny thing is when you order they still want to know what you want. You can choose your sides on each selection. I eat a hearty amount but some couples could share an order and be happy. The service isn't warm and fuzzy but that's ok. I save 5 stars for the very best of food, hence the 4 stars but this is sound food and a super value with large portions for the area.
(4)
Johnelle P.

I guess I came here during rush hour or something. The people who work there are so nice. Unfortunately, the price and the food wasn't all that great. The meat jun was very thin and it wasn't even completely coated with the egg thing. The chicken was super dry. The vegetables were delicious though! I think if they have a vegetable plate option, I'll go with that next time :) It's kinda in a corner area and there's some seating. You may have to share a table with strangers though. It's cash only here. I am so glad we decided to pull out some money beforehand.
(3)
Karl B.

Really great food. First time there and the food was awesome. Will definitely come back
(5)
Jaime G.

Best Korean here. Inexpensive for what u get and fast. Try the squid stir fry with glass noodles and cucumber kimchee. We also had the rib tips and chicken. Very tasty. Have a few tables right outside but may be best for take-out and eat at the beach.
(5)
Paul K.

Good place for some quick Korean take-out when you get tired of Hawaiian plate lunch places. The lady behind the counter is a bit gruff, but that's typical Korean for you. Everything here is legit, especially the banchan. I can't tell you how good it was to have legit Korean food after we'd been deprived of it for about ten days. Cash only!
(5)
X X.

Delicious Korean food! Get the ribs/beef plate with rice and four appetitizers. Love the pickled cucumbers, kim chee, carrots/potatoes, glass noodles. Kind of a hole in the wall place, but the food is excellent and the value is unbeatable.
(5)
John G.

This place has delicious Korean food and is very crowded. You order at the counter and eat outdoors or get it to go. The chicken katsu was delicious and the portion was huge, easily could feed two people.
(4)
Craig I.

Companion got the beef and chicken combo, which was tasty. Thankfully, the spicy wings spoke to me -- and they were EXCELLENT. Probably the best spicy, fried wings I've had in a long time. Definitely bring cash, take out, and hit the beach.
(5)
Denver P.

Well I've been here 5 days and ate at ME bbq 9 meals..I'm even loving breakfast . Spam and eggs , just love the atmosphere , easy quick and they are just nice. Behind the curtain the cook(s) put out to much food too eat in 1 meal, but it was so good Bathing suit on , long day and on the way home this is the place to go for dinner
(4)
Lisa K.

Kim chee is a gamble. So much of it is bland and badly prepared, it's not worth ordering a lot of the time. I took my chances with the confidence of the "People love us on Yelp" sign on the wall, and did not regret it! I ordered the BBQ Chicken plate with a variety of perfectly-prepped vegetables. All some of the best Korean takeout I've had. The wait for my food was reasonable and there was plenty of seating at the outdoor tables. I loved it so much, I kept eating despite my stomach protesting, "Ouch! You've already eaten too much!" and my brain answering, "Just another bite of chicken! Now broccoli, it's good for you! Round it out with some rice! Mmmm!!" Admittedly, expectations from a Waikiki hole-in-the-wall with a "cash only" sign we're low. But I can declare: they did NOT disappoint. I would highly recommend!
(5)
R P.

Good food my family loves it. Love the price too . We'll come and eat here again next visit
(5)
James D.

Food great .....when I first started going there however today I was looking in the window and the cashier was scratching her head. I thought she would wash her hands and OML she didn't. What she did do is put her hands inside the food pan and mixing the food. I was very disappointed at this!!!!!!! Never will I eat there again NEVER!!!!!!! They get 4 stars because I was a fan of the food at the time I didn't see what I saw today.
(4)
Steve K.

Cute place with small outdoor seating. Nice shaded area. We were here at 4pm. Small crowd. Decent menu with a variety of meats. We had chicken Katsu with broccoli and Kim Chee. Big portions. Not bad for the price. I liked the rice too.
(4)
Renee P.

So worth the money! Cash only so come prepared, and tiny, so take it to go. But oh so good! My boyfriend and I were craving this kind of beef and from the reviews we ended up here. It was worth the walk we took to get here. The portion is great if you have a big appetite. I could have probably shared one. Lots of meat, great sides, all super tasty. Definitely a great little gem!
(5)
Chinh T.

This place is a small & cafeteria looking, but extremely delicious! It was actually one of my favorite meals while on vacation. I wish there were more casual, fast-food type korean bbq places in California, which is saturated w/ all you can eat for us fatties. Definitely go w/ the kalbi...I enjoyed it 100x more than the bbq beef or chicken. The portions are really large, so sharing a regular meal and a la carte order might be enough for two regular appetites. Minus 1 star because the seating and ambience here isn't too great, and also because they charge you $0.25 for hot sauce! Take it to go and eat it on Waikiki beach for a nice, relaxing view.
(4)
Claire W.

Yummy BBQ plates for a decent price. Located a few blocks inland from Waikiki beach. The restaurant is small and pretty much a to-go place. There are no seats inside, just a few chairs for you to sit and wait for your order. However, there are 3-4 plastic tables + chairs in the courtyard. If you sit outside, avoid the corner table unless you like smelling urine from the dark corner. The food is a plentiful serving. We came here twice and I shared plates both times. $11 for full kabli plate and the Katsu was delish. You get rice and a choice of 2-3 sides. Most def recommend eating here if you are in the area!
(4)
Jamika P.

Yummm!!!! Awesome short ribs! The place is somewhat hidden but it is well worth finding! I placed my order and it was ready in about 7 minutes! Highly recommend for great Hawaiian BBQ!
(5)
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Amanda D.

My first time in Waikiki, and as hungover as my husband and I were, we wanted some good grub. This place is really good. I ordered the BBQ Chicken and it comes with four sides. The kimche is delicious! A must here
(5)
Heinakau A.

Food is ok. The portions are big. Service is about a 4 out of 10. Good place to go of youre on a budget and hungry.
(3)
Lisa W.

You barely see Korean fast food places! But Me's does a really great job. You can choose your meats and they even have combinations with different meats. So chicken and short ribs if you are craving both! They give you 3 sides with your meats, and it's plenty of food all for about $10! I got the short ribs and cucumber, kimchi, and bean sprouts. The kimchi wasn't great...sadly, but the meat is the most important thing and it was FULL of flavors! Better than most expensive dine in restaurant. If you come later they start to run out of things. Glad I found this hidden gem in Waikiki!
(5)
Norman K.

This place is so awesome.so much good grinds to choose from.ono food.come and try it sometime
(5)
Customer O.

So on our last night of stay here at Waikiki...after trying different restaurants including a very expensive Korean place, we wanted a late night snack so we decided to get some BBQ chicken since it's literally next to our hotel. Boy was I blown away by the generous serving of food and the taste! We have had our fair share of Korean foods in different places, and this was probably one of the best. For $10.99 (cheap considering in Waikiki) amount of food you get is unbeatable. I wish there was more selection for side dishes, but the 4 we chose all tasted very good ( tofu, kimchi, zucchini and bean sprouts). We went 30min before closing and there wasn't much tofu left...wish the guy had given us more and the sauce that came with it but I won't complain! Definitely will return!
(5)
Taylor B.

Best place I have eaten at since I've been here! Hands down locals and visitors should come and enjoy this amazing food!
(5)
Rick D.

Yummy! I had number 16 combo. Everything was good. No bad pieces. Ton of food for money. Cash only. Limited seating. I look forward to eating here again.
(5)
Jeremy K.

Good Kim chi, coleslaw, ribs, and chicken. I got the Sunny plate and couldnt eat more than 3/4. Good size portions for $10-$12 each. The beef Jun was not that great, but it was ok as far as been Jun goes. The dumplings were excellent. The breakfast looks like a great deal for $5-$6 each. Would eat there again.
(4)
Zoe O.

Me's was pretty good, but definitely not a favorite of mine. I had the fish jun and it tasted great, but I wasn't a fan of the side dishes (all 4 that you get to choose). I had two types of kimchi, steamed broccoli (undercooked and room temperature), and the mac salad (too sweet for me).
(3)
Tina G.

A lot of choices but they seemed to be about the same thing.. we had the chicken and beef jun which was cold, maybe it was supposed to be. Only hot sauce was Tabasco. Small outside seating area. People were very nice.
(3)
Sparkles H.

Great korean BBQ style food right in the Waikiki area. It's about a block or two away from Waikiki beach and across the street from the Hyatt hotel. The food tasted very authentic and the portions are HUGE. My husband and I ended up sharing one order. You get 2 scoops of rice, 4 generous portions of sides to choose from, and your meet. Our total was $14 but it fed both of us. It's a great spot for some quick and yummy food.
(5)
Thaovy P.

Definitely a hole in the wall, mom and pops kinda spot. However, don't be fooled, the food is great especially for their pricing. It's nice how they have pictures so that way you know exactly what you're getting. I tried the Kalbi and bbq chicken (#35). Both seasoned lightly (I'm pretty sure it's to cater to all the tourists taste buds) but there's something similar to teriyaki sauce you can drizzle onto your meat in. Great portions, I even shared with my boyfriend and it was more than enough for both of us. Pretty cute how they let you your choose sides. The service is so cute meaning since its a mom and pop kinda place it's probably ran by family so a middle age took our order and even though he looked a little rush (pretty packed) he was smiling throughout taking our order.
(5)
Good A.

The food was for "Me" was so so, very average, not a big deal. Prices were average, 3 plates of food cost us around $37, so not cheap eats by any standards.
(3)
Marcos L.

Good spot. Food was excellent. At first we thought we were going to a table service restaurant. Should have read more detailed reviews but once getting there it looks like a nice hidden hole in the wall spot. Roomy inside and you could take your food outside. The staff was excellent in helping us pick out what we liked. The steak and the chicken plates were so..so good. Nice and tender and juicy..also ate breaded fish which was good but not comparable to the chicken. I'd definitely will remember to stop in again before we leave next week and when we return.
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Natali S.

Came here while on vacation. The seating area is fairly small and it was very crowded. However, the food for being take-out was very good. I had the Chicken Katsu and Meat Jun combo plate lunch. Both items were good. The portions are pretty large and can be easily shared. The prices for being take-out were a little pricey.
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Keilani H.

Found this spot while walking back to our hotel... Just like everyone else says, it's a total hole in the wall. We shared the chicken katsu, which came with 4 sides (rice, mac salad, kim chee and broccoli). The katsu was good but I didn't really care for the kim chee and broccoli sides. The place was super busy but the seating outside is limited. Clean up after yourselves because none of the workers come out to clean the tables. Cash only.
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Craig R.

Dirt cheap Korean food a block from my hotel, can it get better? I submit that it cannot! Well, unless the food was free I suppose. The rundown: -The food is cheap and delicious -The seating is outdoor only -There are lots of sides to choose from (wohoo sprouts and broccoli) -Tons of locals hit the place which indicates it is good -There's no sleeping allowed, the sign says so (curses! I wanted a nap!) -All the plates are around 10 bucks
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Lisa T.

Location: Awesome. Less than a block away from the hotel I was staying at. Food: Fresh sides. Cook to order. Love their kalbi. Cutlet was a bit dry, but did not become soggy even on top of the steaming rice. Food Portion: Big. My husband and I shared a menu item and we were both full. Price: Worth it! Approx $10 per menu item. I really only went there for the food. There isn't much service, as it is similar to cafeteria-like seating: order food, get food, find your seat. They have limited seating, mostly outdoors. It can get pretty busy with the line ups. It's casual, a quick yummy bite, and off I go. Love it.
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Mike N.

Huge portions starting at about $11...gets crowded right after sunset ...order, tel the which 4 sides you want and wait for your number to be called. Fish Jun is my fave....BBQ chicken is good....thought it was slightly undercooked in places....chicken katsu a little tough but real good. Great for after beach take out. It's not a five start resturant but they get 5 stars for what they do.
(5)
De D.

Very good food and reasonable price. Nice service . Very convenient location if you are staying close to kuhio av. Quick takeaway or dine in . Big portion meal . Four sides and a big meal portion . Don't expect fine dining here. May be one off but found a hair in my food:-( otherwise I would have given a five star rating
(4)
Jim O.

Got there at 8:59 PM right before they closed. The portions were generous but the beef was a bit tough.
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XConciergeLB X.

Never knew of this place existed until I started staying in hotels in Waikiki. Forgot to try it last time and now I remembered... It IS better to get your meals to go, walk down the block to the beach, lay out your beach towel and eat your meal. No fancy tablecloths or reservations needed! Or if you have an ocean view room, enjoy it from the lanai (balcony) This place is CLOSED on Sundays. Excellent choices for bbq and big portions. Cooked right, hot and fresh. My partner and I shared a plate and chose the one with BBQ chicken, kal-bi ribs, kim chee and sweet potatoes. Delicious just as I remembered eating Korean food when I grew up here. I miss that kim chee! Lady was very generous in giving hot sauce samples, etc. Note to visitors to Hawaii: If you venture outside of Waikiki, you will find many Korean BBQ places with cheaper prices. Bring cash to pay at this and other family owned places all over the islands.
(5)
Lad S.

Good food. Down part - only accepts cash. It doesn't have that Hawaiian BBQ that I'm looking for. Good portions and friendly staff. This place is seriously a hole in the wall but decent food.
(3)
R C.

HUGE portions! You get plenty of meat, 2 scoops of rice and 4 sides! We doubled up on the clear noodles and Mac salad. Price was reasonable and we had leftovers for breakfast!!
(4)
Nikki M.

They do not have a real authentic taste to their beef. The beef is also very chewy. And the price is sky high. I wouldn't come back here again...
(2)
P B.

We ate breakfast, 2 eggs, rice, corned beef patty. Food was hot and tasty. Well worth $5 per plate!
(4)
Rachell N.

This place was pretty good! My hubby and I got the #1, which is the kalbi-GET IT! Don't let the exterior fool ya!! Yum!
(4)
Marlon T.

This is pretty much a good/cheap place to get a lot of Korean BBQ (you don't cook it yourself here) in the heart of Waikiki. If you're only moderately hungry, two people could probably share one order because the portions are big. The staff seemed really nice. There is limited picnic table seating right outside of this hole-in-the-wall joint. Sometimes there are some sides that are not directly in front of you so if you see a tray of something not on the counter, inquire about it if it looks good.
(4)
Joj o.

I've been coming to, and recommending, Me's BBQ for several years. I've always enjoyed their Sunny special, Kalbi, meat jun, spicy pork, and especially their Mac/egg salad. They have a small, but tasty, variety of sides, and are fast. I work and live in the area and have sent countless tourists, friends (and coworkers here to pick me up lunch) to this place. But after my recent experiences I have to stop recommending and going to Me's. Maybe it's just the lunchtime staff, but the quality of some of the food items has gone noticeably down hill, especially the meat jun. Not only that but prices are way up. My most recent visit a few weeks ago cost $14+tax for a combo plate. There is an older lady who works the register at lunch who is not as great as the guy as night. The guy who works nights doesn't have the best demeanor but that doesn't detract at all for me cause he is fast and does a good job. What turned me off on her was when I decided to get a $1 drink after I placed my order. I had thrown all my change into the tip jar in front of her, and only had bills left. She charged me $1 + tax. I said I only have bills, and she just looked at me, so I reluctantly broke another bill (and kept the change). I should've just dug back into the tip jar. But what really ended Me's for me was the last time I went maybe 2-3 weeks ago. The curtains between the kitchen were open and I saw one of the ladies cutting cucumbers for the kimchi cucumber on the mandoline (my favorite side dish btw, I always get double portion). I saw her pick up a cucumber, notice a defect, BITE OFF the bad piece and spit it to the trash, then continue slicing the same cucumber. That kind of did it for me. I ate my lunch knowing there was probably spit and whatever else in it. Idk why. I guess I was hoping the cooked food and kimchi spices would kill anything, plus I had spent $14 on it. I want to say go at dinner and avoid the lunch time staff, but if they're preparing side dishes for dinner service, then I can't recommend going at all. Disappointing because this was my favorite place in the area and would be 4/5 stars otherwise.
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Camie T.

Me's BBQ serves up giant portions of tasty food. If you a party of two and are staying at a hotel, I'd recommend getting one "full" sized portion and splitting it. Each full-sized portion comes with three sides of your choice plus whatever is included in the description. For example, the BBQ chicken came with chicken, rice, and then my three sides. The consensus of my party was that the food was really good. I thought my chicken was good but not great but I'm not a fan of teriyaki-ish tasting food and the chicken tasted a bit teriyaki-ish to me. It was also dark meat which had been pounded flat and I'm not a huge fan of dark meat. The sides, which are all served cold, were great. Note that Me's is basically a take-away joint but has a few white plastic tables and chairs near the entrance. The "dining room" is dimly lit but provides the much needed necessity for people who are staying at a hotel and don't want to cart the food back to their rooms.
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Sue M.

I was excited to go here after reading the reviews but it was just ok. I got the shrimp jun. Butterflied shrimp in scrambled egg basically. It came with a choice of four vegetables and rice. Not sure how to explain it other than every element was separate. it wasn't a "dish" per se. No bathroom either. My son got the chicken katsu and we both thought it was dry, kind of like chicken tenders. Overall, meh.
(2)
Ian Y.

Tried the place for lunch one day. The ribs were definitely better than the beef, which was under-seasoned, under marinated, tough, sinewy and dry. The side dishes, including the kimchi was bland and flavourless. I see that the prices have gone up quite a bit since 2012. I asked for one more bag for garbage and the woman rudely refused!
(3)
Phuoc H.

How about one of the best Korean food ever. The price is fair and you get tons of food. Small place. It is a gem. Would go back for more.
(5)
Bryan B.

they were extremely nice! which I thought opposite seeing that there are so many tourists along the blvd. but the woman and man who were working the counter were really hospitable to everyone that walked in! definitely will be going back here
(5)
Stephanie P.

We stopped here for breakfast one morning, partly because of the Yelp reviews and partly because it was close to our hotel. It was definitely cheap (which is rare in overpriced Waikiki), but you get what you pay for. We ordered a breakfast special with spicy chorizo, fried eggs, and toast for $4.50. I also got a coffee, which was nothing special, served in a small Styrofoam cup; I'm not sure if refills were free, but it wasn't good enough to bother anyway. The portion was large for the price, but it all seemed really greasy/oily and just wasn't very appetizing; I didn't finish mine. Maybe the lunch/dinner items are more interesting and flavorful, but what can you really say about basic greasy-spoon breakfast? We sat at the plastic tables outside in the small courtyard, which weren't very clean and didn't encourage us to linger. It seemed a little grungy inside, too. They do have an extensive menu, so if you're curious about this place, skip the breakfast offerings and consider doing lunch or dinner instead -- although I personally wouldn't go back at all.
(2)
Kyle M.

Very rude and disrespect staff. Food was mediocre at best. L & L BBQ is way better IMO. The chicken katsu was very bland and old tasting as though it had been sitting out.
(2)
Niku L.

Good solid food for a decent price. I bought kalbi (korean short ribs) and rice. For $13, you 1-2 scoops of rice, 4 banchan (side dishes), and about 5-7 strips of meat. This dish could be shared between two people or you can stuff yourselves silly! Me's BBQ has a variety of side dishes from bean sprouts, to broccoli, to glass noodles, cold macaroni salad, kimchi, and many more. They also have a very large menu with a variety of meat, but I tend to choose kalbi since it's a safe bet. Honestly, go to Me's BBQ for large portions and a decent price. Disclaimer: Some people have claimed that the owner is not friendly but I don't blame him. He works the cash register and he has to give you your side orders-- he doesn't have time to be sociable. However, he's not impolite and he will explain each banchan if you ask. Also, this restaurant only accepts cash.
(4)
Sarah K.

This place is a hole in the wall but the food is great. I would highly recommend it to anyone in the Honolulu area. The food is reasonably priced with good portions. The beef and chicken dishes are tasty. The sides are average. You have choices of macaroni salad, bean sprouts, corn, etc. Nothing too exciting. I do have some complaints: There is only outdoor seating, which is not a problem. The issue is that they are not really wiped down so they can get a bit dirty. This place only accepts cash. No debit or credit. Being in a major tourist area, in a state that has no real national bank branches, it's a bit ridiculous that they don't take credit cards. It's very inconvenient especially when vacationers usually are trying to conserve their cash on hand.
(4)
Christopher G.

Loved this place good prices and good food, get all mac salad when you get the choice for your sides
(4)
Kimberly D.

After walking around in circles Finally stopped here. Outdoor seaTing with birds do NOT feed the birds. Our table was very rickety. Which was fun Since I had a coffee with my breakfast here. I had the #25 polish sausage, eggs, and toast (or rice). The sausage had a little kick to it wHich I was glad. Only $6.25 after taxes for breakfast and a coffee
(4)
Wendy C.

This little hole in the wall is surprisingly good. The beef is tender and the sides are delicious. The portion is huge. A combo can definitely feed 2 people.
(4)
Cliff S.

Used to live on the big island and was craving a plate lunch with kalbi. Ordered their two different mixed plate specials, each came with four sides. Portions were huge, will definitely feed two people unless you are a big eater. Only ate there once so this is just my initial impression - food 3.5 stars, quantity pushed it up to 4 stars. I'd go back again.
(4)
Jan-Marc E.

Now here's a good one: The place is small and looks a bit dodgy. But who cares? Enormous meals, low prices, lots of vegatables. I don't know if this stuff can be considered to be healthy, but the meals are impressive and when you are in Waikiki, maybe there comes a time when you don't wanna spends hundreds of bucks for a dinner. So thumbs up and I hope my stomach agrees.
(4)
Danny C.

It's not bad. The portion is big so don't order more than a combo because you won't be able to finish it. It's kinda authentic Hawaiian lunch box
(3)
Big K.

I thought it was a great bang for the buck! I would surely go back.
(4)
Ly D.

Still my favorite place for a great Korean BBQ ribs, rice and kimchi. It is so close to the Hilton Waikiki Beach hotel. You can do take out or eat in.
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Micah D.

It must be good cuz my dad got food from there for dinner last night, then he went back this morning to get breakfast. My dad has a picky palate, so for him to go back to a place is a sign of good food. I have a feeling he will be getting food from there a couple more time before we leave. My mom also commented how cheap the food was compared to our breakfast at the Hilton yesterday. :)
(4)
Bunn S.

I come to Honolulu not for the sun, but for this place... I love it. Like, I come here for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and even book hotel rooms within walking distance. This is "home" for me when I visit. I love, love their japchae; it's simple yet it has a smooth flavor. I don't even need rice because of the noodles and mac salad. Yummy!! I always get their fried wings and chicken teriyaki.
(5)
Ali C.

The food is pretty good, and certainly made fresh. Portions are generous and the soup with seaweed was especially delicious. I had the bibim bop which had wonderful sprouts and spinach. I bit of kimchee as well. Not too much seating available.
(3)
Misty H.

So good! And it's a good thing that it was close to our hotel and had such good yelp reviews because I would have never given this little sketchy looking hole in the wall a second glance. But it was really good. I had the kalbi with noodles, cabbage, coleslaw, and Mac salad. If were ever around Waikiki again next time I'll get just double noodles and double Mac salad they were Delish. Quite possibly the best macaroni salad I've ever had. The short ribs were tender and flavorful. Give it a try; this one is worth it.
(5)
Dori B.

Good Korean food and huge serving for price. Paid $12 for one meal that easily fed two people. Meal came with 2 scoops white rice and four sides. Quite a variety to choose from.
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Vince L.

Me's is still a great value for Waikiki. The portions are big enough that you can really split a meal if you want. It does get busy so you gotta have some patience. As efficient as they are, it's never a long wait. One thing I have noticed every time I've been here is that people would find the restaurant via Yelp or something. Then they look at the menu and appear to not find what they were expecting and leave. I think they're expecting BBQ like burnt ends or pulled pork. It isn't; it's Korean-style with some Hawaiian influences. I hope that help avoid confusion for some folks. Oh, and it's cash only.
(4)
Yuri G.

Very tasty, convenient, fast, inexpensive, good size portion, nice and original location!
(4)
Jim A.

Amazing BBQ beef but the BBQ ribs are very greasy! Cash only. Excellent overall meal, paid $25 for two people and 2 drinks. Will recommend to friends!
(4)
Lester L.

This is the best place to get Korean BBQ while in Waikiki. It's the right price, tastes great, and is located close to hotels/hostels. Cash only, take it to go (seats usually full) and enjoy it at the beach or your room. I think their ribs are a good choice for first-time customers.
(5)
Don R.

Little hole in the wall with fair prices, quick service and flavorful Korean food. The space is definitely unimpressive, but there is outdoor seating and the portion sizes are great for the price. They have signs that no outside rinks are allowed. I find this tacky as it's divey enough that I may already be walking with a drink when I stop in, but I understand they want you to purchase from them. Still, why bother offending customers with an overload of signs...it makes it unfriendly! Cash only.
(3)
Daniela C.

Great little hole in the wall place right off the beach. Portions are huge and food is really good. We had a Bim Bap Bowl, and BBQ Chicken both were yummy! Bring cash as they done accept CC and only small outdoor seating.
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Emily S.

Me's BBQ is a great spot for good Hawaiian and Korean food. They aren't too expensive most of their menu dishes are under $10 and they give a lot of food. The restaurant is small, and it gets pretty busy. Seating is outdoors only. I liked that they had a lot of different sides you could choose from. They had kimchee, macaroni salad, potato, the korean sprouts that I love, japchae, and even tofu! The food here is pretty good. It's a mix between Hawaiian food and Korean food. Will be back again!
(4)
Gary M.

#1 Kalbi beef bbq x 2 kimchi and 2 kimchi cucumber + 1 $2.79 big steinlager from ABC store makes great instant BBQ dinner on my lanai! I live 1 minutes from here! "To go" is the perfect solution- better than good! Now is perfect time to do a review. Savor my Steinlager before I head out for a late afternoon walk. g oh and the portions are godzilla size! great for sharing!
(5)
Jia J.

We had #36 and #38, forgot the actual names of those. They are pretty good but the rice are so-so. It doesn't matter because just the meat and the sides can fill us full.
(5)
Jo L.

Best bang for your buck! It's about 8:30 on a Wednesday night and I'm sitting outside of the place right now about to pass out from a food coma. The line up growing and I now know why. For about $10-$14 an entree, you get a heaping pile of rice and four mini sides and a protein if your choice. Many people around me look experienced, sharing one takeout container among two or three people. I'll need to note this for next time. The food was delicious, even if it came out of a styrofoam takeout container. I had the meat jun but all the BBQ from neighbouring diners look ridiculously amazing. Seating is limited to outside patio table and chairs and it's first come first serve. So be prepared to eat standing if you come during prime meal time. Best deal hands down in Waikiki. Do it.
(5)
Nia H.

If I could give this place negative 5 stars I would. The cashier/server was very rude. Whenever I asked about anything on her menu she had some sort of attitude while explaining it. She yells me to come get my food once it's done. My sides are freezing cold. Rice was cold. Literally the only good thing was the beef bbq. My step mom ordered the fried chicken. It tasted like sea food. Once we got up to gather our belonging and clean up, she approached us yelling and pointing telling us to clean our mess. There were flys everywhere. I just don't understand how this over priced horrible food has 4 stars. Never again, worst food EVER!
(1)
Scott A.

Yummy, easy, quick, convienant.
(4)
Richard S.

I tried the #38 beef/chicken with 4 sides. It's hard to stop eating this food once you're full because it's so delicious! Big portion, came to $14.
(5)
Yuko I.

Love this place!!! They give 4 sides stuffed in a plate and food is so good!!! Have tried some plate Korean places but I always end up going back there!!!! Only negative is hard to park....
(5)
Jlyn T.

Cheap and a lot of food. Close to the hotel. Cash only. Great choice of sides. So convenient when we didn't want to spend a lot on food. I miss Hawaii :(
(4)
Norina S.

Cheked this place out on Yelp, since it had good reviews & was about a 3 minute walk from our hotel, decided to drop by. You get 4 choices of sides, the macaroni is amazing, i got 2 portions of it. The #1 is delicious, real korean bbq flavour. $13 + tax. The seafood and green onion pancake lacked any real seafood, but was still good. If you're in the mood for korean bbq (lets be honestly when are you ever NOT in the mood for korean bbq) i would definitely try this place. Food options for Waikiki or Oahu in general isn't the greatest, this place is one of the better ones. The only reason i wouldn't give the place a 5 is the service. They're kinda rude and stand off ish. No smiles EVER. But besides that the foods pretty awesome.
(4)
Paulina C.

I got the chicken katsu, it was good. Just like the other reviews said. Good price for a lot of food, no way could I finish it.
(4)
Raymond G.

Me's BBQ is the place to go if you're on the island and missing that delicious Korean food you long for. When compared to the chains like Pearls and Yummy, This place is amazing. There are some downfalls, however, there isn't much to help it. If you go there on a Friday or Saturday night, the line can easily be our the door and all the way up to the curb. This is easily because of two reasons, Korean meat can take a while to cook, and not everyone knows what they want, as the choices are very lengthy. The store only takes cash, so stock up if you want to get a load of meat. However for the price you pay, you get a lot of meat, a giant heap of rice, and 4 sides of your choice. One plate filled up two of us. When it comes to the quality, it's everything you expect, delicious and tender meat. I love going here, especially on a tired weeknight, where I don't feel like cooking. Although its minor downfalls can't really be helped, that doesn't mean they aren't slightly annoying. Overall though, worth it, and if the wait bothers you, bring a friend.
(4)
Tabatha P.

They hook it UP on th Kalbi plate! Very affordable. I constantly eat Korean BBQ and come here specifically for the kalbi plate. They were very nice to my son.
(5)
Phil N.

Walking distance from Waikiki beach, this Korean joint offers fast food. Got here early before the dinner rush. I had the meat jung, which was ok. Think I would have liked the regular BBQ beef better. My partner in crime had the BBQ chicken which tasted great. The sides of kimchee and other Korean dishes were really good. Price was a little high, but understandable since this was Waikiki.
(3)
Krysten I.

I have been wanting to try Me's BBQ for quite some time, but always found myself going to the establishments that I am more familiar with instead...aka Marukame. Me's is conveniently open till 9pm and surprisingly had a line out the door when I went at about 8:45pm. This is your basic Korean take-out place. They have a variety of local Korean favorites to choose from (kalbi, meat jun, bbq chicken or beef, etc.) as well as some good combination plates. You get your choice of Korean vegetable sides including kimchee, broccoli, seaweed, bean sprouts, cucumber and potato. The prices are a little high compared to other Korean take-out places, but I think the food is a tad better at Me's. That and the fact that it's in waikiki probably account for the higher prices. For $12 I got a combination plate that fed me for a few days haha.... I don't think I'd stick around Me's to eat my food, but as a take-out place, I thought it was pretty great.
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Niki T.

Had awesome food although the restaurant is very very small. It seems to be family owned which is nice, always support family businesses! This is a great place to pick up food going to or coming back from the beach! There's a little patio area for those who wish to sit and eat. They do not take credit or debit cards to make sure you bring cash!!! Prices are a little high but the food is great! Would definitely return!
(4)
Benjamin L.

Amazing food !! I enjoy the potatoes and chicken katsu so much. It is the best chicken katsu I ever had. Simply amazing !
(5)
K C.

4.75 stars! This was probably the best food I ate in Waikiki! Yummy Korean food at a really cheap price! It's a hole-in-the-wall type of place, but it's getting a little crowded now, probably from the exposure on Yelp. Still, great food at a great price! Since everyone said that the portions are huge, I got the BBQ Beef mini plate with 2 sides instead of 4, and 2 scoops of rice just like the normal plate. It was just the right amount for me. Unfortunately the mini plate only comes in BBQ beef or BBQ chicken. I got the japchae (stir fried glass noodles) and broccoli for the sides. The broccoli was cooked just right, with a good crunch. Who has high expectations for a stir fried vegetable side dish? I certainly didn't, but they were so good that they deserve a special mention. Definitely get them! The japchae was pretty good as well. Cash only!
(4)
Calah Y.

Yes! Great food and LOTS of it at great prices, so go ahead and jump into that long line (that's mostly filled with locals). You won't regret it. Kind of a hole-in-the-wall and they only accept cash...so, if you're like us and rarely carry around cash, be prepared before you get there. Perhaps the biggest bang for my buck I've ever experienced. I was so stuffed that I couldn't finish my entire meal. I ordered the chicken katsu. Comes in an enormous styrofoam container that was filled to the brim. We found seats outside. The chicken was very crisp (as were the wings that my husband ordered) but the meat was still juicy. Came with a side of BBQ-like sauce that's very different from the typical Katsu sauce, but good nonetheless. There's not much seating outside so if you find a seat at a busy time, grab it.
(4)
Benjamin G.

Great Korean restaurant that's the size of a walk in closet! But they serve some good food. You pick your meal then wait to choose 4 side dishes for your plate lunch! We had the chicken katsu and hot wings and the portion are generous so come hungry!
(4)
Carmelo W.

I'm a big eater and couldn't finish my food. The lady packed it onto our containers. The smell that comes or of this restaurant is amazing. We had to give it a try. We will definitely be back if we can find an ATM that won't overcharge us as this place is cash only.
(4)
Sam W.

This place is amazing! In our time on the Island, this was the best local-style Korean BBQ you could find right off the main drag. Prices are ridiculously low, and the food was fantastic. It's totally a hole-in-the-wall type place, but with fantastic food and a great location right by the beach. For lunch or dinner, I recommend the Kalbi beef and the chicken katsu. Meals come with rice and a couple of vegetable sides, and it's definitely enough for two people to share. I also HIGHLY recommend checking this place out for Hawaiin style breakfast! The spam/rice/eggs meal is under $5.00, and is delicious. Heads up: Cash only!
(5)
Christine N.

This place was right next to our condo and it was always busy when we would walk by so I wanted to give it a try. Service is fast and kind. The food is delicious! They have a variety of different bbq and other korean foods. There's pictures so its very simple to order. You get to choose 3 sides which I would recommend the cucumbers and noodles! Kalbi ribs were cook perfect! Great flavor and not too chewy! Its a good lunch spot for some good cheap quick eats!
(5)
John F.

Just fantastic. It may not look like much from the street, but the potions are enormous, and the food is absolutely delicious. The chicken katsu was crispy and juicy. The rice was perfectly cooked, and it didn't break the back. A wonderful find in an area of twenty dollar plate lunches.
(4)
Cameron S.

I like everything here. The prices are reasonable and the portions are big. If it were more clean, a little more quick and had better seating, the stars would go up.
(3)
Jessica P.

The service is fast and efficient. The portions are huge and I definitely appreciated the extra 3 sides that you can choose from. My brother got the bimbop, which was really good. He loved it. The lady at the register kept having to deal with me coming up to get water, so it was nice that she was patient and had to deal with me when she had a line that went out the door.
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Kevin C.

This small, hole in the wall korean restaurant is fast and delicious. The side dishes are well prepared, I recommend the japchae, which is a korean noodle as a side dish. The bbq is tasty although the kalbi is considerably better then the bbq meat. Overall a great selection if you're craving some quick and easy korean food.
(4)
Karrie K.

Ok this place is not much to look at and It is not fancy, but oh my IS IT GOOD!!!!! We had a wedding on the island and the hole family stayed near by and we all loved the place. Tried many dishes and all were great. The breakfast is good, nothing fancy. But the price is right.
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Heather N.

this is a nice hole in the wall place with pretty decent korean food. It takes cash only from what I remember. We had the Katsu chicken and the Korean BBQ. I never make it out here early enough to have the spam that they only serve in the morning for breakfast. Will be back here next time I visit Hawaii
(4)
Steve H.

This place is good if you like that kind of food..I tried the breakfast items..its cheap and ok..I asked for a veggie omelet and it had celery and carrots in it with like cheese whiz..Not for me...not much for the vegaterians..lots of meat choices though.
(5)
Liz S.

My boyfriend and I got different plates, teriyaki chicken and chicken stir fry. The chicken teriyaki was the only thing edible. I never throw away food, but the chicken stir fry really tasted nasty. (I ended up leaving it by the benchs at the beach where the homeless hang out, hoping it wouldn't go to waste.) The chicken wasn't cooked all the way and it had a sour taste to it. I tried eating just the vegetables but I was truely disgusted. We paid about $20 for lunch, and left disappointed. Once again, my boyfriend was right about not trying out new things when it comes to food. You get quantity over quality at this place.
(1)
ash r.

I got #34 for $15. It was a big portion with 4 cold sides to select from a buffet. Some of the best Korean BBQ I've tasted, if you're ok with a hole in the wall type of place.
(4)
Matt J.

This establishment is supurb. I ordered the "meat jun" and it was worth my time, I highly recommend it. I would give this restaurant a 5 out of 5 BUT I went there at 8:49pm on a Tuesday night and they were closed! They closed 11 minutes early! Closing early is inexcusable as they deprived me of their delicious creatations.
(1)
Makai H.

Pros- Tasty chicken! Meats cooked as you order. Quite a few choices as sides-you can even have glass noodles as your sides-yay! Reasonably priced. Cons- Limited seating. To-go type place.
(4)
Shane D.

Small place, friendly staff. Extremely good Korean BBQ for the price, and large potions. Nice break from the expensive tourist trap places on Waikiki. Also, has a cheap Breakfast. Nice to get it to go and eat on the Beach. Highly recommend.
(5)
Kelly B.

Never had take out Korean before - really impressed! Stopped by here while in Honolulu on our "Babymoon on a Budget." Ordered the bibimbap, so good. Hubs ordered kalbi and we walked 2 blocks and ate it on the beach. Only reason it's not 5 stars is that I think it was a TAD overpriced for take-out (my husband totally disagreed with me and said it was totally reasonable). Chances are, you won't find a table outside so it's not like you're paying for ambiance. Still - really awesome grub.
(4)
Christina W.

Seriously delicious. We went to many places while in Honolulu, and this little Korean BBQ place was our favorite. We had lunch and breakfast there, and loved them both! For lunch, we had a mix plate with chicken katsu, BBQ short ribs, and lots of sides. It's enough to share, and OH so tasty. You NEED those short ribs in your life! For breakfast, we had spam, rice, and eggs. Super local style, super good! And did I mention the prices? $4.50 for breakfast is a steal!
(5)
Dusk P.

Little place, that's cash only. Seriously great I haven't had anything that wasn't awesome. I live right down the block from Me's so they are definitely my go to Korean BBQ. I'm in love with this place. Give it a try! Even if you're a little skittish try just the BBQ chicken with your choice of sides, you will not be disappointed and probably be surprised to find your new favorite k-BBQ place.
(5)
David B.

Every time I come here the lines get longer! This is the go to place for the best Korean BBQ around in Waikiki! Cheap with huge quality portions only makes it better! Any of the plates are large enough to share with a friend! After ordering food comes out quick, rarely waited more than 10 minutes for an order. Staff: I have only seen the same one guy working the register. He is just OK but always seems tired or overworked probably both if he is the only one working register everyday. Atmosphere: The definition of a hole in the wall. I always get to-go but they do have a few tables and chairs outside. The area doesn't scream clean given that it's outdoors and exposed to the elements. The inside is like a little shack all the area's where food is in contact with something looks clean. The rest of the place is worn and in need of some TLC. I recommend getting to-go and eating anywhere else. Food: All generally good but some dishes I didn't care for. I wouldn't recommend the Bibimbap, when I order it once they were unusually stingy on the meat portion (given how much they usually give on other dishes) I thought I accidentally order it without. I also thought their meat jun and chicken katsu wasn't bad but wasn't impressive compared to other places I have had it. I thought both were a little soggy. CASH ONLY! Make sure to have enough cash, each plate is generally around $7-10!
(5)
Becky M.

This was my first trip to Waikiki and this it the only place I ate at twice. Even though the food is served in styrofoam and eaten with a plastic fork it amazing. My husband had been in the past and raved about it, per usual I was skeptical because he will basically eat anything. You walk up to the place in the side of a pink building off Kuhio Ave and it's not much. There's a light up plastic sign outside with about 45 pictures of questionable dinner but I went in and ordered #3 as instructed by Korean bbq guru (husband). #3 is bbq chicken, 2 giant scoops of rice and 4 vegetables. I use the term vegetable loosely because my 4 vegetables were macaroni salad, coleslaw, some sort of clear delicious rice noodles and kim chi. (not sure if I spelled that right) All of it is delicious and it costs $9.50, it's probably enough for 3 meals if you're not being a fat kid. 2 if you are. You can eat outside in the little area of plastic chairs or take it to go. The chicken is amazing and bbq'ed to perfection. If you're looking for a cheap place to get good food in Waikiki get of the main drag and check this place out!
(5)
Farah H.

The bbq chicken is hands down mouth wateringly delicious!! Definitely a must try if you want some local Hawaiian flavor. Generous portions. Glass noodles also very good. You won't be disappointed
(5)
Tony N.

Hole in the wall serving great food. Changed ownership last year, and glad to see no drop in quality. Sunny's Special is the way to go if you're hungry - great mix of kalbi beef, grilled chicken, two korean appetizers - mandoo and something else I've had many times but can't remember the name of, plus 4 sides and rice. Enough to feed two.
(5)
Aniko G.

I ordered a breakfast omlette today for takeout. I was pretty good. Very convenient since it was across the street from our hotel. The lady was nice, didn't speak much English though. Quick and easy.
(4)
Thanh B.

I got the Na's special, fast, large portions, conveniently located in waikiki. i walked here got take out. the crowd of people tells you popular this place is. they have a lot of great options. Would definitely be back for more.
(5)
Larissa G.

Passed by this place on the way to my hotel. It was open late and had a short line. You pick a main meal and 4 sides. Got the kalbi and two sides of mac salad, kim chee, and cucumbers. It was amazing. I'm very picky when it comes to Mac salad and this stuff was great. Kalbi perfectly cooked. If I ever find myself in Honolulu again I'm definitely stopping by this place!
(5)
Eva L.

Small Korean restaurant in Waikiki that serves decent food at reasonable price near Hyatt Regency on Kuhio Ave. They only have a few tables outside the restaurant, most people come for takeout. Their meal come with a few sides, which include broccoli, bean sprout, cabbage, tofu and stew potato. For $14.95, you get a combo with four sides that has Meat, rice and vegetables. The portion is generous. My husband and I ordered a bbq beef and friend fish combo, and a bim bim bap ( Korean mix vegetable, beef and rice) for $10.95. Everything was delicious. It is not exactly the best Korean place in town, but definitely a place for tourist to grab some delicious food for a good price.
(4)
Kim B.

Saw this place the last time I was vacationing in Waikiki. Had to give it a try this time around. Stopped by for a Sunny's Special #15 after a snorkeling trip to Hanauma Bay. Although my folks had already eaten a salad lunch, they enjoyed the Korean buffet I had brought back to the condo. Plenty of food to either save for another meal or share with someone else. Sunny's special came with kalbi ribs, BBQ chicken, meat jun, fried man doo, and four side choices. I went for the bean sprouts, kim chee, noodles, and mac salad. Ono, ono, ONO! Would highly recommend this place, even the folks enjoyed the food. Hope to get another round of food before I fly out for home. Awesome Korean plate lunch in Waikiki!!!
(5)
Loren S.

Good authentic Korean food. I've spent a lot of time in Korea and the food is pretty much spot on. The Na's special was pretty big, but a great variety of different stuff. The Mac salad was really good. Kimchi was pretty good for tropics (best kimchi is had during winter in Korea)
(4)
Annie Z.

This small mom and pop shop has amazing Korean kalbi for a very reasonable price! They were so nice as well! I was a bit clumsy and as soon as I got my food, I dropped all of it. The shop owners graciously gave me an entire new meal. :) so kind. They also gave me glass noodles when I didn't realize it counted as one of the 4 sides. I would highly recommend this place for folks visiting Hawaii. I actually don't think most of the Asian foods I've had here have been very authentic but this place definitely passes the bar. The kimchee was great too. Don't forget to bring cash!
(5)
Carla S.

This place is awesome! Get the never 1 it's the best! Cash only and get there early when the food is fresh
(5)
Vincent K.

Solid flavors and good portions. They only take cash do that's a bit of a drag, but not that big a deal. Got the sunny's plate which is the combo plate with ribs ($12). It's served with two scoops of rice and four sides (mac salad, clear noodles, broccoli, cucumber Kim chee, Napa cabbage, bean sprouts, and cole slaw). I got the mac salad, cucumber Kim chee, clear noodles, and broccoli. Everything tasted great minus two dumplings which were a bit greasy, but at the given price point I can't complain. It does get a bit crowded but at least you know the meat is actual being cooked to order vs. having everything ready made.
(4)
Rob C.

i ate here twice on my recent biz trip to the island, since i didn't have a car and it was close to my hotel. i had the kalbi and chicken katsu combo and then the full kalbi combo the second time. yes, they give you plenty of food. and the meat and rice comes out hot and fresh. the side dishes are pre-made. the chicken katsu was ok, pretty standard. the kalbi was pretty good; nice and fatty pieces mixed with leaner ones, nicely seasoned and fire grilled. for the sides i had the japchae, cucumber, coleslaw, potatoes and bean sprouts. my fav was the coleslaw, suprisingly. it's not the typical mayo heavy, american coleslaw. it's more vinegary w/ a hint of hot mustard and sweetness. i thought it was refreshing and tasty.
(4)
Brian W.

Cheap Korean take-out fast food, basically. Think of it as a Korean mom-n-pop version of Panda Express. Lots of selection, very friendly staff, extensive menu if you're indecisive, and genuinely so-so food compared to what I'm used to. Japchae in particular was very plain with slightly oversized noodles, deep fried fish filet was unremarkable at best, the fried dumplings were generously sized but not particularly memorable. Kim chi tasted like it was from a jar at Costco (which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but a far cry from my usual), and the honey potato cubes were missing the nice bit of pan-fried crisp-ness...
(2)
Molly B.

This is my favorite BBQ chicken I've had on the island yet, and I've been on a mission to find the best. They take cash only and they are very busy with only for few tables so have an action plan for where you'll devour this deliciousness. You get three huuuge pieces of chicken and enough rice to really split into three meals if you're able to do that sort of thing. All the veggies I ordered were great - sometimes in these places it's a bit of a gamble. Give it a shot if you're in Waikiki and want a quick and relatively cheap lunch or dinner (they have breakfast too).
(5)
Brian M.

5 Stars for cheap eats in Waikiki! *Breakfast Review* Me's Bar-B-Q is located on Uluniu St, almost on the corner near Kuhio Ave and across the street from Musubi Cafe Iyasume. It was to early for a Korean plate, but damn Me's had a lot of choices of tasty looking Korean eats to choose from. Clean, small hole in the wall place with tables outside to enjoy your food. It's a Plate lunch style kind of joint, but the $5 breakfasts is WELL Worth it as portions are generous and hit the spot if you're seeking a simple breakfast without breaking the bank. With all that money you saved on brekkie you'll be able to walk across the street to Musubi Cafe Iyasume and get some Ono musubi's or bentos for later. Tell me where in Waikiki can you 2 Ono breakfasts and 2 coffee's for under $13? Brekkie is served from 7-10:30am Mon-Sat Definitely one of the Best cheap eats in Waikiki!
(5)
Catalina T.

It was late in Hawaii and I had a craving for some tasty meat. Luckily this place was open. I thought it would have been a bit more fusion like (Korean food with Hawaiian food) but it was mainly Korean but hey! surprisingly, very tasty Korean bbq in Hawaii. The place was pretty crowded (inside with people waiting to order and outside with people enjoying their food). The husband and I decided to get an order to go. We ordered the kalbi, bbq beef, side of mac/pasta salad, corn and cucumber in kim chi. Being that I am from SoCal and for me to say that this place has solid Korean BBQ, trust! It's also super affordable. Also, keep in mind that the portions are large! I would recommend checking this place out and getting it to go if you are staying near by.
(4)
Nessa R.

We mustve walked by this place 10 times before actually trying it. It always smelled so good and we finally decided to try it before leaving. We didnt try any of the korean bbq or other korean foods cause we were looking for something lighter so we opted for the spam and egg with rice which was delicious. The egg was light and the spam was fried nicely. I had asked for egg whites but the lady seemed confused, but the scrambled eggs was just fine :) Its a very simple place with their seating outdoors. But they have a lot to offer in terms of menu items and flavors. Its like Korean-Hawaiian fusion! Our next trip back here, we'll try the rest of the menu!
(4)
Sandra S.

Thee boyfriend & I ordered #4 & #1. The katsu meal & the ribs. Each meal comes with 4 sides & rice, place is pricey. About $14 a plate, but the food is actually pretty delicious. It's a really small spot so we took our food to go but there are seats outside.
(4)
Gina P.

If you like Asian fast food this is a good place to hit up in Hawaii. They have good variety on their menu. Entrees are huge.
(4)
Allen W.

Best Korean BBQ in Waikiki, small place but great food!! Will come back again, and try the special!
(5)
Kim l.

Just a few blocks away from the Waikiki Banyan. If you are craving some korean food this is the place to go. I ordered the korean short ribs combo. It comes with 2 scoops of white rice and four sides. I got the corn, mac salad, kimchi and cucumbers. We also got the wonton soup. Everything was tasty. It's a lot of food. We had plenty to eat the next day. There is outside seating if you want to eat there. Cash only.
(4)
Mary T.

Cheap and fast eats on Waikiki Beach. Combo plates are between $10-$14 and they're enough to share with two! Small space, but great Korean food.
(4)
Caeser M.

If you love Korean food, you'll like this place. The food is serve kinda like at a fast food Chinese place. After selecting your traditional Korean side dishes, your main entree is prepared fresh. The prices are typical for Waikiki standards (around $15/plate). Outside seating is very limited, but the food is worth picking up. I got the short ribs (kalbi), which were juicy and tender. They also serve breakfast.
(4)
Dong T.

Love the people, love the food. -1 star because hot sauce is extra. No indoor seating. Watch out for the fire ants outside
(4)
Christina N.

Yo those under 5 star folks must've just went on an off day. You know, those days where you're feeling a little under the weather or you just had to deal with some tough customers...or idk something along those lines...point is, I refuse to believe that they were unsatisfied with their meal...especially the Kalbi. Overpriced!? Ya'll must be out of your mind. Hell naw, for what you get, you ought to be paying more. I think the shear fact that this spot is located in a very prime location, a couple blocks from Waikiki Beach, justifies it's prices. But it sure as hell is far from pricey. Excuse my outrage but to put it in perspective, I ordered the Kalbi & BBQ Chicken combo, and it fed me for 2.5 meals. And c'mon their breakfast plate is $5...that's cheaper than McDonalds! I'm not the type to revisit an eatery, especially when I'm on vacation; just because I'm all about seeing everything that's out there and comparing...but it was no compromise to visit this place for a second time during my trip. You even get four korean side dishes with your order, choose some broccili or cabbage to aid your health conscience but try their glass noodles, cause it's literally the best I've had in my life...and I've had a Korean roommate for 3 years. Try it for yourself!
(5)
Halye F.

We had 4 nights in Waikiki and ate here 3 times. This food is insanely good if you love Korean BBQ and hole in the wall gems.
(5)
Lauren K.

Me's surpassed all my expectations for a perfect fusion plate lunch meal. Think Korean BBQ meets Hawaiian - at least that's the vibe I got. It's a little hole in the wall off the beaten path by the Hyatt Regency & doesn't look like much from the outside but do not doubt me when I say this place is THE REAL DEAL. For the same price for chipotle (basically) you get yourself an insane amount of food - I got the number 36 (or 34 something like that I can't recall...) it was the Katsu/BBQ beef plate and it was unreal! If you're going, definitely get 2 different meats just to get a variety of flavors! The helpings are generous and just so so good. The meats were cooked perfectly and served over a bed of amazing rice with some #boss sides!! I had the macaroni salad (not too much mayonnaise which I appreciate), broccoli, corn, and noodles. Every single item was on point - no complains about anything AND we got a free refill on the soda which isn't always the case at these little places. The dining space can be a little tight but hey - don't let it throw you off!! Not worth it! Grab a table if you can and maybe meet some new people if you have to share with others... I promise, it's okay to meet new people and actually have a conversation; if not take your food down to the beach and chow there. It's a win win situation. Long story short, if you're missing Me's you're missing a culinary experience worthy of a laudatory DDD review. I ate as much as I could but ended up leaving with a ton of leftovers that I can't wait to sneak into later!
(5)
Soo H.

Foodie #1: "We discovered Korean barbecue in this town." Lisa: "Uh, before the Koreans?" Foodie #2: "Oh, sure, they cook it, but they don't get it." The Simpsons Hawaii is one of my fav spots in the world. Friendly people. Lovely greenery. Delicious foods. I had my first plate lunch in Maui. :-) I have had plate lunches in San Diego but they weren't as good. I noticed some of my yelper friends had already visited Me's BBQ. Place looks family run. Nice lady marked my takeout container and put it in the secret area. A bit later the container was filled with my order. I ordered a kalbi bbq, bbq beef combo with Korean noodles. Incredible flavor from the tender bbq beef. Was sliced thin and the kalbi like marinade was absorbed into every molecule . There was also a smoky aroma from the grilling. :-) Kalbi was very tender and juicy. Flavor was like that of the bbq beef but not as strong. Korean noodles was like a cross between pancit and lo mein. Very tasty. Had a sample of the bbq chicken. Delicious flavor and aroma from the grilling and the marinade. Might have been a teriyaki marinade... Excellent food here, nice staff, and the price was under $15 a full meal.
(5)
Kat D.

My sister & brother-in-law introduced me to this place & i'm so glad they did! This little hole in the wall is located just down the street from Waikiki beach & makes a great place for either breakfast, lunch OR dinner. They have a pretty extensive menu so there's much to choose from between Hawaiian & mostly Korean food. The food portions are huge & the prices are really CHEAP. The dishes I've tried here so far include: Spam w/eggs & rice Bibimbap Chicken Katsu Seafood pancake Seaweed Soup Macaroni Salad Kalbi/ BBQ Everything i've tasted so far have all been superb but my absolute favorite is the Kalbi...it probably has to be the best i've had. MmMmm... Seating is outdoors & very limited; I think there's only about 5-7 tables. and if you do come here, don't forget to bring CASH (cash only)
(5)
Jeff K.

This place was recommended and I'm glad we tried it. Great food and reasonably priced. They only take CASH so be prepared. Mahalo!
(4)
Michael S.

I was staying nearby at a Sheraton. I wanted to find a non-tourist trap kind of place. I succeeded. There is no indoor seating and about five tables outside. I ordered the Na's Special which comes with BBQ beef and chicken, Fish Jun and Fried Man Doo. Don't ask me what the last two are, but they were good. It also comes with three sides. I got kimchee, macaroni salad and veggies along with the white rice. I only ate about half of the meal, as there was way too much food. I wish I could have eaten it all, as this was thebest meal I had in Honolulu.
(5)
Ryan H.

This food is legit and tasty. I ordered the Chicken-Katsu and Meat-June plate. It was served with two scoops of rice and 4 sides. Yep, four! Lots of food and good deal for the money. Everything is made fresh to order and is authentic and tasty. I really enjoyed the fresh kimchi as well as the steamed broccoli for my sides. I also had a side of shrimp- June which was ONO! This to me is what a local Korean BBQ should be. Fast, fresh, affordable, and tasty. The sauces are spot on and the variety of food options is amazing. They also do catering and events. Bring cash as this is a cash only establishment. There is not really seating inside but they have plenty of tables and chairs on the patio.
(5)
Sun P.

Food is ok but not as good as choi's kitchen in international market IMHO. It's very close to the beach, very convenient. The cashier lady is nice but the owner himself is always grumpy and unpleasant. I turn around and take my business elsewhere when I see him there, no need to ruin my appetite.
(2)
Brian B.

While staying in a nearby hotel I have had the pleasure of eating at Me's more than a few times. The Kal bi ribs are great and come with 4 sides which range from pasta salad to kim chi, all great. In the morning they serve a quick and good breakfast for cheap (under $5). I will certainly go back whenever I am in Waikiki.
(4)
Guang D.

Found this place on Yelp and it was close to the hotel we are staying Pro: great deal of food! each combo gives you 4 side dishes as well as rice and meat choice. The BBQ chicken and Kal-bi tastes great, BBQ beef is all right and the katsu chicken is very juicy. The price is very low for the amount of food you get. The side dishes are surprisingly good, we had 4 differenet orders and everyone finished their plate. Con: It's more of a take out cafe place so don't expect anything fancy, it's a road-side eatery so you are probably better off taking the food back to your hotel.
(4)
Jessica T.

Why oh why did I wait until the last morning of our trip to come here!? What a dynamite spot. I ordered the #36 combo kalbi beef and chicken katsu. The beef was FULL of flavor and very tender. The katsu (my first experience) was a total surprise - crispy, delicious and a yummy red sauce to go with it. My order came with four sides - I chose traditional kimchee (not terribly potent - I may have gotten a weak batch), seaweed (was not a fan), mac salad (pretty good) and bean sprouts (good). My husband and I shared the plate and STILL had leftovers - HUGE portions. Wish we could have brought it back to the mainland! (Side note for vegetarians - your options are to pick from the banchan list and maybe add rice for more money. You'll probably have to spend about $8 - which I find a bit high considering the very limited choices you're getting) We went on Monday morning around 9am and I was able to order off the regular menu. They do have a breakfast menu of basics - eggs/rice/toast, corned beef/rice/eggs, spam/eggs/rice, etc. - which most of the patrons had ordered. They looked content. I waited about 15 minutes for my takeout. No AC inside so find a nice spot outside to wait! No indoor seating either but there are about 5-6 tables available on the patio area. Closed on Sundays and cash only. Support the small, local places. Visit Me's BBQ the next time you're in Waikiki!
(4)
Dianna S.

I found this little gem through Yelp on my first trip to Waikiki Beach. I found all the surrounding restaurants to be very overpriced and only mediocre so I got on Yelp to do a bit of research. Me's BBQ is down a side street and if you blink, you'll miss it. It's run by Koreans which makes the food authentic and tasty. The portions are LARGE and are generous with their side dishes that come with the meals. You can enjoy your meal in the al-fresco dining area or like most people, take your meal to go. I've had the kalbi and bibimbop and enjoyed both! The bibimbop comes with a side of seaweed soup which is very traditional and in a large metal bowl (if you decide to eat there). The kalbi was cooked fresh on the spot so was nice and hot when it arrived. The meal comes with a choice of two side dishes also. I highly recommend this place if your in the mood to save a bit of money and enjoy some authentic Korean food.
(4)
N S.

Found this place while just walking around Waikiki. We were up early on CA time, and wanted to try something new. So we went for breakfast. I got the Portuguese sausage and eggs and she got the spam and eggs. Not that the ingredients in the breakfast food are anything phenomenal , but there's something about eating a good well priced breakfast outside in the quiet morning on the streets of Waikiki in Hawaii. We have since been at least once on 3 different trips to Waikiki. I hope to go back someday to try the actual Korean menu as i love Korean food as well.
(5)
JaJuan L.

The cashier had some serious issues lol I don't think he like his job because his attitude was terrible.
(3)
Sonya L.

Skip Mac 24/7 and go to Me's BBQ for a hearty breakfast instead. Unfortunately, they do not serve pancakes but do a stellar job of eggs, sausage/bacon and toast. Portions are great! Also, if you're craving your vegetables you can pick up a few of their side dishes. I asked for the bean sprouts, sauteed cabbage and broccoli as a side order in a container box that is enough for one meal. Cost me $4!
(4)
Nico N.

Great local Hawaiian and Korean fair. Large servings, friendly owners
(4)
A R.

So cheap for the amount of food you get. Great quality really nice service. You get to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Love the $5 bbq chicken sandwiches so healthy. Comes on wheat bread with lettuce and tomatoe and mayo yummm. Been here more than anywhere in the two months I've stayed.
(5)
Charlie H.

Pretty good food & big portion :)
(4)
Tuyen V.

Generous portions + Korean BBQ?! I'm there.
(5)
David C.

From the 4 times we've been to Waikiki, this has always been our go-to spot. Breakfast is really affordable. You could get either Spam, portuguese sausage, or bacon with eggs and rice or toast for less than $5. Their Kalbi has a really good taste to it, and doesn't contain as much fat as L&L's. Seating is limited and tables are outdoors right next to a line of mopeds from a rental business. I'm not really into Korean food, so I can't really review how their Korean selection is...
(5)
Dennis M.

2nd time to come here. Volume of food good mandoo big and tasty fish jun fresh BBQ chicken nice taste and smell. All vegatables good choices and volume however even after 2nd time the BBQ meat is still tough. Got to find another supplier for that one. Only few back to bring to 4 stars
(3)
Kalani B.

The kal-bi and BBQ chicken was moist and delicious!
(3)
Matt V.

BBQ chicken was tasty ande came with 4 types of vegetables/kimchee prices are good
(5)
Nelson W.

Food is good. The short rib is the best. Service is the worst.
(3)
Kimi N.

I ordered the BBQ Chicken and my four sides were bean sprouts, cabbage salad, broccoli, and potatoes. I was impressed with the portions and the flavor of the chicken, flavorful but not too salty. I thought some of the veggies were a little too salty. I also liked the fact that pictures were all over the walls so you can see what you are going to order. I thought the wait to get the food was a little long since I don't think they made my chicken to order and yet I waiting a while to get the food.
(4)
Ethan H.

Great Hawaiian Korean local's restaurant. Good prices for Waikiki. I picked up my order and it had to be 5 lbs of food.
(4)
Kalani K.

From 2000-2008 I lived in Waikiki, literally right behind Me BBQ in a small studio. My kitchen window opened to their back door/window. I've always been a fan of Korean food, especially growing up in Hawaii, but I must say that Me's is by far the best Korean joint I've ever been to for all around good food. The quality and quantity is superior to any other place I've found on the island, as well as the price for what you get!! Their mac salad is the best on the island, if not anywhere, no jokes!! It took 8 years of living next door and slowly becoming friends with the owner, his son, wife, and their workers in order to get them to tell me the secret ingredient to the mac salad, and it was a shock!! But I'm not telling! If you ever eat there, I recommend the Jumbo Katsu/meat jun with cold noodles, kim chee, mac salad, and the red spicy radish (its really sweet but has a kick) as your sides!!!
(5)
Jimmy B.

Total hole in the wall eatery near Kuhio. I only found it because of Yelp and so glad I did. I had #35 the bbq chicken and kalbi beef plate which come with 2 scoops of rice AND 4 sides which included noodles, veggies, kimchi, and bean sprouts. So much food for just one person and it only set me back about $12. CASH ONLY, but well worth the stop for some really tasty Korean BBQ. I took mine to-go, but there is a fair amount of outdoor seating. Check it out if you want a really low key and delicious meal!
(5)
Vincent Q.

I should have gone with the consensus. I was going to get Kalbi, but Meat Jun is my specialty. Meat Jun Full Plate- 2 1/2-stars- I eat meat jun, which is a specialty in Hawaii. I've made meat jun, and if a restaurant doesn't make it as good as me, something is wrong. I can't tell if they don't marinate any meat on the side, and just put it together when it's ordered. There is a slight flavor known for meat jun, but overall the egg falls off the meat as if it was slapped on. The meat is thin, yet hard, not smooth and juicy as I'm used to. Only two pieces of the ten I tried were soft enough to break with a bite, the rest required a knife. It reminded me of wet cardboard. The sauce with it was a little different and enjoyable, even though it ran out long before I finished. For the sides, I got the macaroni salad, which people recommended and is good and creamy. I also had their salted vegetables, which was also good. I most enjoyed their version of kim chi, which isn't spicy, but sweeter and crunchy. I don't think it was fermented as long as usual, so the flavors were still fresher. Atmosphere- It's a small place. I think I've passed by it dozens of times and never realized it was a viable eatery. I didn't even know I was on Ulunui Ave--the street that separates Hyatt from Billabong. Even the red tiles don't give it away. Inside, it's just enough to order and sit outside in the shaded area, or go back to the beach two blocks away. Service- The service here is calm, not overly nice or excited to help you. You can see the people in the back preparing the food as it's ordered. It doesn't take too long, and you don't wait much, unless there's a lot of orders at one time. Conclusion- I give an extra 1/2 star because of the amount of food you get. I was eating on the beach and after I ate, I laid back and passed out. I wasn't a fan of the food, but I might have ordered something they weren't prepared to make--which isn't an excuse for average cooking. If I am ever in a bind, looking for Korean food after the beach, I'll remember to try the kalbi, not the meat jun. There are other places which give more love to their jun than here.
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Brian P.

Korean Take out with a Hawaiian twist to it. This place is awesome! The food was so good, especially the Fried Man Doo, which is sort of like fried dumplings. I ate here 2 days in a row and i just want more of it. I guess you can call this place a hole in the wall.. because its in the cuts and mostly locals come to eat here from what i seen while i was their. What's so great about this place you ask. You get to choose 4 sides with your order.. from mac salad to chap jae. They also have Kimchee, the korean bean sprouts. and a lot of other sides. The portions are huge and i can guarantee you that you can't finish more then 3/4 of the plate even though the food is so good. When i come back to Hawaii, this will be the first place to eat at. When you go, you must try Na's Special or the Sunny Special. If you're lucky enough to wake up for breakfast... try their breakfast specials, which only cost $4.50... great way to start the morning before you head to the beach, without putting a dent into your wallet.
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Harry K.

Best deal in Waikiki. Had breakfast and dinner w a good selection and sides. Will be my go to spot for cheap good Asian food.
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Kenny K.

I thought the price a bit too much for this type of a fast food restaurant. Actually my chicken-katsu took over 10 mins to get and there was no line except for another customer in front of me. Their "teriyaki" sauce for the katsu did not really taste anything like it and the quality of the meat was not as tender or lean as I would have expected to be. Normally I love hole in the wall places but this place did not give me the best vibe. I wouldn't mind eating there again if I had to, but I definitely will not go seeking for it when I'm back in Waikiki area. If you want more options, go to International Market instead.
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Karen P.

My mom is a regular at Me's, but it's really because I have her order take-out to bring home for dinner at least once a week! I always get a combo of chicken katsu + spicy & fried chicken wings. One combo plate feeds both my sister & I, with extra to spare sometimes! I'd recommend splitting a regular-sized plate, but get a mini plate if you're eating for one. Their tofu soup is pretty wicked to boot. Then again, anything with kimchi, tofu, and broth kills it for me. This place is so busy sometimes that my mom has to break the bad news to me when I'm craving it: "They aren't picking up the phone."
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Aristotle M.

My favorite Korean plate lunch place. Flippin' delicious, and the price is fair. Much better than the hole in the wall appearance would suggest. If you're in the area, give this one a shot! The kal-bi is off the freaking hook and portions are generous. Enough to last me two meals really. OH! I almost forgot. This place has my favorite mac salad on the island. I know that's a weird thing to say about some obscure Korean plate lunch place, but it's true. These guys have that shnit down to a science. Definitely going back. Why wouldn't I? I go nearly every week!
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Aris F.

Pretty good budget (for Waikiki) Korean food. For about $11 you'll get a filling meal of bbq meat over rice, along with 4 choices of banchan. Or dishes such as bibimbap. Add another $1 or so for a soft drink. The meat is the star here -- banchan are just passable. The bbq chicken is very good -- very tender with (usually) tasty sauce/marinade flavors. If you can't decent, get a combo dish, eg kalbi and chicken. Place your order at the counter and either eat at the outdoor tables or take your order out. Service at the counter is forgettable, but gets the job done. (Another reviewer complained that the shop closed too early. The posted hours are 7:00am - 9:00pm. One of my visits was at about 8:30pm on a Monday, without a hitch. Not sure whether that reviewer's experience was just a fluke.)
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Nathan W.

Dam, best kroean food I've had ever. Ate here twice while I was in Hawaii. Compared to Boston korean food, this place is amazing. Price was good too. Got take out, they have seating outside, after walk to the beach to burn off those calories! While I was there the restaurant workers were watching some type of Korean game show on TV, it was white girls Karaoking K-pop songs, pretty hillarious haha
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JO G.

Food is good, portions are A LOT! :) I had the kalbi and teri beef plate. Other than the kalbi being a bit chewy, it was overall yummers. :)
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Ryan B.

I kept walking by this place because it is a couple of blocks away from the Waikiki HIlton. It's kind of a small hole-in-the-wall diner. No seating inside, but there are a few tables and chairs outside. They have a menu consisting of 50+ items/combinations. It's actually Korean BBQ and local food. The prices are surprisingly cheap for being located in Waikiki and the portion sizes are pretty big. I came here a few times for breakfast and had spam eggs and rice for about $4 and added meat jun (thinly sliced and marinated beef cook with an egg batter) for another $4. Stopped by for dinner one night and had a mixed plate with Kalbi, Meat jun, grilled chicken, island macaroni, Rice, Kimchee and seaweed with daikon radish. With a soda it was around $12. MMM, So good. I sat outside on the lanai and just watched the tourists go by. Then I shared my rice with a couple of the tiny birds that were flying around. This place is perfect if you are staying in Waikiki and don't feel like spending a lot on an elaborate meal or if you just want to grab some cheap but tasty eats and take them back to the room or eat on the beach.
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Shecky S.

I went here because of the Yelp reviews. This place is just plain overrated. The portions are huge, but the quality and cut of chicken is questionable. The grilled Korean chicken plate is dark meat. The portions are ludicrous, so split it with someone if you insist on going here. Overrated...
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Christine I.

CASH-ONLY We stumbled upon this little hole-in-the-wall Korean BBQ place during our first trip to Hawaii and have been coming back during our last three trips. We were starving after spending the day at the beach and needed something to eat ASAP. We saw a bunch of people who looked local eating outside and decided to come in. Large korean meals, pretty much all meals are choice of entree with rice and then four korean sides. Portions are HUGE and it's cheap, to boot. they have a large selection of meats and the sides are all pretty tasty (kim-chee, kim-chee'd cucumbers, broccoli, korean noodles, cabbage, etc). Fast, Cheap and tasty Korean BBQ to go!
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Rebekah J.

We walked past this place a few times and it was always busy with people inside ordering, and people outside eating. I does not look like a classy joint just your run of the mill Teriyaki/BBQ joint - but don't be fooled. I sent my husband out for dinner and he stopped to check out the menu from the street, there was an older couple there outside the restaurant too. They pulled out a news paper clipping (who clips news papers any more?!) and said their tiny little news paper back home had done a write up on this place and raved and raved about it. With that shining review, he ordered and brought back to the poolside for us to eat. He ordered the spareribs, and chicken and some fish thing. Each thing comes with 4 (yes, FOUR) sides!! They were all soo tasty especially the seaweed side. Order that. YUM. Delish restaurant. Go there. Don't judge a book by it's cover like I did.
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Thomas N.

Extremely well priced for a restaurant in Waikiki. Me's offers large portions and pretty decent food. Way better than Yummy's at the Royal Hawaiian Food Court
(4)
Franklin T.

Just hungry one night because some of the restaurants we've yelped turned out to be closed or totally shut down. Stumbled across this restaurant because we saw a long line of people order take outs. Not really a restaurant; just a take out stand with some outdoor seating on the side of an old apartment. If you need a cheap bite to fill your stomach, then you may want to consider but I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here though.
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Hans N.

Love their Korean food. There's quite a variety to choose from. We tried their beef rib and chicken combo and we were surprisingly happy with our order. Not bad for you pay for. Service is accepting and they're not far from Waikiki beach. Give it a try if you happen to be in the neighbourhood, and are looking for something quick, convenient, cheap and tasty.
(4)
Kelly M.

Good food at good prices. Outdoor seating only.
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Christin H.

Yummy! Great Korean BBQ. Meat & 4 sides for under $10! It's a ton of food with great flavor.
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Emily S.

My husband and I split the #36...it was enough food, however all of our sides we served cold. You get to pick 4 sides, which is a lot! We chose broccoli, spicy cabbage, potatoes, and noodles - expecting them to be served warm. I would advise choosing the sides that are meant to be cold, Mac salad, etc....and you will have plenty of food! The kal bi beef was decent (a bit bony and fatty) but the chicken katsu was better! All in all, 3 stars for cold sides.
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Chuck N.

Had breakfast here and it was pretty decent. Portugese sausage, spam, eggs, rice, toast etc. Nothing amazing, a good spot to pick up a quick Korean fast food meal to go. Food quality is clean and solid. 3.5 star. I don't like how they charge for sauce though and didn't have any hot sauce boo.
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Greg C.

My favorite hole in the wall in Honolulu. Great food and the sides are even better! Great value for the money.
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Ross K.

I love this place. One plate for lunch will keep you fed and happy well until dinnertime. I went here three times on my recent 6 day vacation to Honolulu. The kimchee cucumbers are especially delicious. Picnic tables outside to eat there, or get carry-out to take back to the hotel.
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Zandra A.

Found this place on a girlfriend trip to Waikiki 2 years ago. Been going ever since...meaning this last trip, I went there twice. :s I've also referred this place to my friends when they visit my home away from home. Most definitely ono grinds!! Dude, you get your main protein, two scoops of rice, and 4 sides!!! FOUR!!! Wait, I might be mucking that up. From what I recall, I had my rice, chick katsu, bbq spareribs, mac salad, kimchi, some broccoli dish (had to get at least SOME veggies in during the trip), and long rice. So..yah...BOMB! AND one take out box would last me two meals, sometimes 3!! I bought this exact meal for lunch, eat some for dinner, then ate the rest for breakfast!! PS perfect hangover food! EAT HERE!
(4)
Jake B.

Good food, generous portions, and timely service. A great option for a cheap, but delicious bite to eat.
(5)
Stone M.

Great, convenient and quick! The Kal Bi Beef is awesome and the Panchan is great! We were in Waikiki for a week and ate there like 4 times. Me's Lends credence to the idea that some of the best food is served on Styrofoam
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Kevin S.

I heard a lot of good things about Me's from a airline crew in the hotel lobby. It's a great hole in the wall place for inexpensive Korean food. The BBQ chicken and beef I had was excellent, and only $10 for the whole plate with 4 sides. They have very limited outdoor seating only, and the line to order can be pretty long, but its a sign of a really good place!
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Theresa B.

After walking to the Moana Surfrider and realizing we were too late to get seated for their sunset happy hour, we walked along Kalakauau and looked for a place to have dinner at! We were on our way back to the hotel when I remembered reading about this place on yelp! Ahh... That first night, I ordered #35 with the kalbi short ribs and bbq chicken. Chris had the bbq chicken and chicken katsu. Your dinner comes with 4 different sides and we both chose the corn, pickled cucumbers, cabbage, and broccoli. I seriously could not even finish my whole plate!! The portion is beyond generous!! After that night, Chris kept talking about wanting to go back! Seriously, he wanted to eat there the day after, on Sunday (it's closed!), and Monday. Finally, Tuesday morning, right before our flight back to the mainland, we had our final lunch in Waikiki at this place! Yummy...yummy!!
(5)
Bon C.

If you want cheap good tasting food, this is the place to visit. My husband got us take out from here a few times since our hotel was down the street. I loved the ribs and my husband seemed to like his bbq chicken. For the sides, I really loved the radishes. I'm not sure what they put in it but normally I never eat them. Everytime we drive by, it looks busy. Id recommend take out or they do have a few tables outside. The portions are also huge so you end up having leftovers.
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Lisa C.

now this is what i'm talking about. good, cheap, delicious food. we got sunny's plate which i believe was meat jun, short ribs, and bbq chicken with 4 veggies and rice. we got broccoli, kim chee, glass noodles, and something else delicious. everything was super tasty and SUCH a bargain. it was enough food for two hungry people for lunch. yum.
(4)
Steve H.

Great flavor, good value, and convenient location...give it a try :-)
(4)
Mog V.

Great selection, lots of food get your beer across the street and you are there. This is where the local people eat. I ate there three times in three days for under $10 for each meal.
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Hawaii S.

We live in Waikiki and go here a lot. The food is great, prices are good and they give you enough to fill you up AND have something for later. My wife loves Na's Special the most, so give it a shot. You won't be disappointed.
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Art T.

Had number 19, the soup with dumplings and beef. Just like home cooking, though I'm not Korean.
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M L.

Like so many others here, we found the portion size to be more than generous. The food was good but I wouldn't say outstanding by Hawaiian plate lunch standards. A little pricier than other like-minded establishments, the price is right for its location. Nearby the Hilton Prince Kuhio hotel at the eastern portion of Waikiki, it lies in a very unassuming place nestled in a corner block. (Unsuspectingly it is in the same footprint as the spectacular Morio's sushi!) And when you are through with the cookie-cutter strip-mall eateries in Waikiki, you will return to this place for its simplicity. I havent tried the breakfasts yet so who knows...a revision of this review may be in order yet. ML
(3)
Kelly S.

My friend, being a former local, encouraged that we MUST try the breakfast, so how could i resist? It's a total hole in the wall if you ask me, paper plates and cash only, but the portugese sausage was out of this word good. I throughly enjoyed each bite of my traditional breakfast! The pictures displayed along the wall also make it 10 times easier to order especially when my brain was nearly dead from that 2 hours of sleep i got... what? i wanted to milk every minute, it wasn't 'cause i went out partying and drinking the night before. ..... They have so much Korean food it blows my mind! I can't wait to try the lunches!
(4)
Diana B.

A local friend said that if I like Korean I should try "meat jun" which is popular in Hawaii and hard to find in the mainland. He recommended Young's and Soon's but both were closed on New Year's Day. Luckily Me's BBQ was open for lunch that day. My boyfriend and I filled up on the Sunny's special combo which had meat jun, kalbi, chicken, and my choice of 3 sides (I got mac salad, tofu and chap jae) for $10. It was delicious and provided us with enough energy to hike Diamond Head afterwards! Service was also friendly.
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Kris P.

My yolks were stagnant. My over-easy yolks were hard. They didn't move, they didn't run, they were invalids. It was as if they were scared of my rice and didn't want to join together and play. When I ask for over-easy, that's what I want...I want my yolks easy - like an easy lay. (yea, i said it.) I'm the type of girl who enjoys watching the yolk melt into the rice and savoring the combination of rice, egg, and Portuguese sausage (really greasy here) on my tongue. But to my complete disappointment, there was no yummy yolk to run anywhere. My yolk was stagnant, I tell you, STAGNANT! So for me, Me BBQ is just MEh. If you want average Korean food, then come here. If you want average breakfast plates, then come here. If you want average service...actually, there's no real service. It's an "order at the counter and then come pick it up yourself" kind of place. It's decent - especially for the price, when you compare it to other Waikiki places. But I don't understand all the 5 star reviews of this place. It's nothing spectacular, but it's fast and...well, average. Did I mention this place is just average?
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Glenn M.

Wow! Me's BBQ is so tiny that you need to be walking to find it but it has Big Time tasty food. I had the Meat Jung & Chicken Katsu Combo which was excellent. The Katsu's breading was tasty and pleasantly crunchy. Must say that the sides that I had were really good (broccoli, bean sprouts, pickled cabbage, and slaw). The vegetables were all crisp and fresh. Nothing was soggy and if you like white rice, it underlies all of the main dishes. Cost about $13 including a bottled water. They had 4 outdoor furniture chairs inside without tables and one long table outside that could seat about 10 people and a couple of round tables for 2 people each. The 10 person table has an umbrella. Today, it was raining so the umbrella was needed though many people were carrying out their orders. The Breakfast Menu looks like it's a bargain. PARKING IS LIMITED BUT IT'S LIKE THIS ALL OVER WAIKIKI so, plan on driving around and walking a bit. Good part is you'll be in Waikiki and there's many distractions to make your walk pleasant.
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Colleen L.

Yummy Korean Vegetarian Plates, # 31 or # 32 ($6.00 & $6.50). I've been eating their food for many years. It's fast, though not always polite. I usually do take out to the beach, though on occasions I have brought it to family gatherings. It's my staple. Right around the corner on Kuhio Ave. is Ruffage, another veggie friendly, hole in the wall, which I rely on to sustain me too. Wow, 2 veggie restaurants in the same block! CASH ONLY!
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M C.

#42 combo BBQ beef and shrimp jun so yum! My hubby had the combo with BBQ chicken and shrimp jun, chicken was tender and very tasty! Shrimp jun so yummy! Hole in the wall yummy place!
(5)
Derek M.

Great hole in the wall place for Korean BBQ. Takes away from all the chain restaurants in the area and a great Change of pace. Both the chicken and the beef were great.
(4)
Lee F.

Probably one of my most favorite places to eat when I used to work in Waikiki. The food is pretty cheap and they give you tons. Also, while you wait, they have those crazy-christian-people booklet thingies that you can read for fun (or for serious, depending on your religious standing). The breakfast is also just as good and just as cheap. The place doesn't get too crowded except maybe during the typical lunch/dinner times. The mother and son who typically take the orders are also very nice and patient when you can't decide what your fourth side choice should be.
(5)
Rhonda S.

When the hubby and I ventured out in search of Me's, we weren't sure we were going in the right direction... until we began to smell the delicious bbq aroma floating in the surrounding area. We let our noses be our guide and they led us straight to this small restaurant. Following the cashier's recommendation, we ordered the kalbi and bbq chicken combos with corn, cabbage and a few other sides that really aren't even worth mentioning. The kalbi and chicken were so delicious! Very flavorful, great portions and unbeatable prices. We will definitely return here when we make it back to the island.
(3)
Alissa G.

Holy chicken katsu, that was good! We ordered a selection of plates including the sonny special, fish jun, and bbq pork. Everyone picked different sides and we shared back at the hotel room overlooking Waikiki beach. Cannot go wrong with that one! And the servings are so generous that we had enough for lunch the next day.
(4)
Cameron K.

Me's BBQ offers the best value dinner in Waikiki. It is tasty, BYOB and has outdoor seating. Enjoy on your next trip!
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roderick s.

so much food for your buck! it comes with 4 sides and i ordered #35 kalbi and chicken bbq. They are good like any other hawaian places. Its ouside seating. The place is kinda small. I will come back this time to try their breakfast.
(4)
Chris L.

It says Korean BBQ but they've mixed in traditional Hawaiian plate lunches as well. And it's damn good. I had the chicken katsu which was cooked perfectly. The regular plate comes with a generous portion of the main dish, two scoops of rice, and FOUR sides. The mac salad and broccoli were both excellent excellent. The styrofoam (boo!) container was completely packed with food, easily enough to feed two people. All of this for $8. It's no wonder so many locals go to this place that work in Waikiki. They serve breakfast as well. I've never had it but have been told it's really good. There are some tables outside, no inside seating. And they're closed on Sundays. This place is definitely a must-go if you're looking for a quick meal while you're doing whatever it is you do in Waikiki.
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Deva C.

I wouldn't say that chicken katsu is the most genuine Korean food in the world, or on their menu, but I had a craving for something fake Asian and Me's did not disappoint. A pick of four sides landed me some mac salad (mediocre), vermicelli (pretty decent), brocolli, and mung bean sprouts, in addition to the huge bed of rice.
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Chip B.

Not much else I can say here that others haven't. We ate here our first night and there was enough left over for another meal. I even tried the seaweed as a side and have to admit that it was pretty good. Located close to Waikiki.
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Huan V.

Cash only. I couldn't decide what I wanted! There were so many pictures of delicious food I couldn't figure out what to get so I got the bbq combo! What?! I have to choose what panchan? So many hard decisions! The two of us ended up getting the bbq combo with kalbi and tonkatsu with pickled cucumbers, a potato salad thing but not actual potato salad which I was craving but they didn't have, and kim chi. The portions are so big! half a plate is a meal in itself and I couldn't even finish my half (though I did eat before hand, this was my fourth meal (tm)). It's a shame that they package their panchan in the same box as everything as it gets warm and we all know kim chi is best when its fresh and cool. I would recommend getting a plate each even though their so big because refrigerated left overs are so good the next morning. Who wouldn't want to start off their day with a plate of cold kalbi and kim chi?
(3)
Mary P.

Not amazing, but very good, affordable Korean plates that you can order to go and eat on the beach a block away. We ate here a few times including breakfast and it was enjoyable. The bbq chicken is the best, and then the kalbi, then the beef. I'd probably stick with the chicken and/or kalbi on my next trip. Bummer that it's cash only.
(4)
Jennifer I.

Was in Waikiki for 16 days- honeymoon. Was here 6 times, kept going back to try different stuff on the menu. I say food is good for the dirt cheap pricing. Loving it!
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kate r.

A few years ago me and some friends went to Hawaii on college student budgets. We rode the bus and tried to eat like locals. I'd like to thank Me's BBQ for their large portions, cheap prices, and keeping our asses fed so our mom's wouldn't worry. It was like a routine for us to get breakfast to go and eat it on Waikiki beach. Spam, eggs and rice is the breakfast of Hawaiian champions.
(4)
Russell L.

Awesome eats! Lots of Kalbi and BBQ chicken, 4 sides that were fresh as could be... Must try!
(5)
Czarina G.

Good reliable place to get breakfast in Waikiki w/o breaking the bank. Try their omelette egg with rice. It has bell peppers, onions, carrots and spam! It's soooo good!
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Mae D.

I've eaten here many times since I live right around the corner. I always come here for the lunch and dinner combos. I usually order the kalbi/chicken katsu combo plate for $10.50 and it's enough food to share with my husband. However, their breakfast plates are pretty reasonably priced starting at $4...but you get what you pay for. Breakfast tasted really bland (don't ever order the corned beef hash), the eggs aren't fluffy when ordered scrambled and that's why I rated this place 3 stars.
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Kellie N.

A great find! Affordable and delicious food. They have $4 breakfasts, from Portuguese sausages, rice, eggs, bacon, spam. What more can you ask for? FOUR DOLLARS! And it's plentiful! It's convenient, affordable, and delish! Eat here! Eat here!
(4)
TM S.

The best Kal-bi BBQ short ribs. This may be the best food you will eat in Waikiki. The Kal-bi BBQ short ribs are item #1 on the menu. The sides are all good as well. The clear noodles are a very yummy side dish, as is the green cabbage. The kimchi is intense, but good. This five star rating is for the food; the atmosphere is nothing to speak of.
(5)
Eric P.

Oh, my. The combos are so delicious and cheap. Close to the beach but way tastier and cheaper than the other junk right on the beach. I see lots of surf instructors and locals who work on the beach come in here for take out or to sit and chow and chat with friends. Obviously, they are busy but they know what's up so they walk a block or two in to eat here. I can't believe how fast they cook everything up. Breakfast and lunch are both killer here. For breakfast I am partial to the Portuguese sausage combo with toast and over-easy eggs. For lunch, I'm always struggling to breathe as I wolf down the grilled chicken and short rib combo. Mmm. Me's BBQ, you'll make a porker out of me yet.
(4)
J T.

Large portions and the food is okay, but nothing special. You will get full.
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Addison W.

Great food with great prices! LOve all the meat combos that they serve but my favorite is the bbq chicken. A nice hint of ginger and grilled very nicely. I also love the cellophane noodles and the potatoes. The mandoo were tasty with cellophane noodles as part of the filling. The side are very good. Breakfast for $4. Great deal in Waikiki.
(4)
Leen T.

Closed on Sundays! We had to head over to Keoni's as a backup, but went over the next morning for breakfast. Great service, super fast. Ordered the Spam, eggs & rice and Omelet with toast for under $10! Recommended for a cheap morning feast.
(4)
Tram D.

This place is the bomb! Too much food for one person. I recommend you split it with another person.
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Christine W.

Affordable Korean BBQ in Waikiki! Conveniently located down the street from the Hyatt Regency and beach, this place is the spot to go! I recommend Sunny's Special #15 which includes beef, chicken, 2 mandoo (dumplings), and tasty pan-fried egg pieces! ...PLUS 4 pan-chan (sides) + 2 scoops of rice for.......$10! Also, these "full" plates are totally portioned for two people....well, at least for me (21 year old asian female)...maybe if you're a guy, you can eat the whole thing. I only took away one star because of the outdoor seating...birds are everywhere! They don't bother you or try to eat you food, but it's awkward getting stared with those beady eyes of theirs while you're chowin down your food.
(4)
Gordon H.

Great little hole-in-the-wall place to eat. Food is always good!!
(5)
ryan g.

I ate here two days in a row. Not because the food was incredible, but because they gave me so much of it. I picked up one of the special plates on the way home from the beach the other night and even after not eating anything all day I only ate half. The next day I ate the other half for lunch. Mostly I just like this place because they give you an awful lot of food. I also liked the macaroni salad. I don't know if it's a common thing to add coconut milk here, but this was my first encounter, and I'm a fan.
(4)
D L.

Very good Korean/Hawaiian type food and the price quite reasonable.
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Nicole C.

This place is fantastic! Great food for cheap. I ate here twice on my week vaca here it was soo good. The portions are on the large size, 2 scoops of rice 3-4 sides depending on what you order and meat. I would def recommend the kalbi or the chicken.
(5)
Ray L.

Staying at the Prince Kuhio for a business convention and overhearing a colleague and I complain about the prices at Mac-24 (Man vs Food should be renamed Man vs. Prices for that episode) a friend recommended Me BBQ and it was only a block away. I like Korean bbq so I was all over it (after checking on here first). I knew it was gonna be good because I could smell it from Kuhilo before I saw it Just finished off a no. 35 kalbi, chicken plate with mac salad, glass noodles, kimchee and bean sprouts for $10.50). No complaints, no issues that others mention about being bland or chewy. They also had breakfast plates so those staying at the Kuhio can avoid getting ripped off paying $17 for two eggs over easy and 3 (count 'em 3) quarter sized pieces of portugese sausage with NOTHING else - no mo' rice , no mo' potatoes, no mo' nothing!!. Thank you to Me
(4)
Ken K.

Great value for Waikiki. And the woman who worked the counter both times we were there was incredibly sweet with our son. She noticed how keen he was on the broccoli and gave him a bowl of it to eat while we waited for our food. My favorite was the fish jun.
(4)
Ava G.

Nothing really bad to say. I loved that it was near our hotel (Hilton Price Kuhio) and that it was hearty and cheap. Cash only option didn't bother me, but would have been nice to offer credit considering the location. They offer 4 side choices and many to choose from, most Korean style sides which are just delicious. The MAC SALAD wasn't great though. Overall, good simple eats for cheap!
(4)
Gerard B.

(Mar/ 2007) We stayed at the Pacific Monarch which is directly across from Me's BBQ and could not have been more happy! A whole in the wall indeed. We practically had breakfast here every morning. It's a penny saver and when you're vacationing in Hawaii, you'll take all that you can get. But if you think you're sacrificing a great meal just to save money-- think again. The food is awesome and the portions are massive!
(5)
Maya K.

The best mac salad ever.
(5)
Laura K.

Yum yum yum! Super good Korean food. I just downed the Bi bim bap, and it was very good (even without the fried rice in a cauldron)!! This is NOT a fancy restuarant BBQ place, but almost as good for a fraction of the price.
(5)
Keola m.

I just had a BBQ chicken/meat jun plate. Very good. Id say the best in Waikiki. Cause as we all know there are some great Korean take out places on Oahu.
(4)
Pamela P.

Best breakfast i ever had. I got the spam and egg with rice. The spam was cooked to a wonderful crisp and it was not burnt. The egg was sunny side the way i like it. The rise was also great. For only four dollars it is worth your money because of the portion they give you is great. Large portions for only four dollars is worth it. Did not try it for lunch yet. Hopefully i will when i can go back to Hawaii.
(5)
C A.

During my visit here, we ate here twice and debated eating here for a 3rd time. Within walking distance to many of the Wakiki hotels located on the beach, this place by far served the best tasting BBQ chicken plate lunch in the area. A little pricey at around $10 - $13, but they give a lot of food. I tried similar plate lunches in the food court at the intl marketplace and was severely disappointed. Don't waste your money there. Go to Me's. The food is tasty and they give you so much more.
(4)
Janessa L.

We stayed at the fabulous Continental Surf across the street. Everyday we would walk pass this place, look at the menu, and decide what we would eat. We didn't eat until our 4th day. It was really good! We had the BBQ Chicken and Kalbi plate and Bi Bim Bop. Such a good helping of food. Definitely worth it - beats any of the fancy and chain places up and down Waikiki. Many people were getting takeout and probably bringing it back to their hotels. Nice outdoor setting and people watching (and people watching us eat the yummy food!) Will definitely return next time we hopefully don't have to stay at the Continental....check my review there.
(5)
Niki L.

This place kind of reminds me of south east asia but in America. You got your scooters parked outside, cafeteria style tables and a tent as your ceiling. A little small joint with great food! I love a good hole in the wall.
(4)
Chris R.

This place is off the hook. They open at 7am and can't go wrong with $4.00 breakfast plate, cheaper than Denny's. I skipped the breakfast and went straight to the Spicy squid with rice, kim chee and brocolli. My husband and kids got the breakfast plates. So good, fresh and inexpensive. We'll return when we go back to Oahu.
(4)
Michael O.

great prices, portions, and food
(5)
Rachel L.

Wooohooo.. love whole in the wall eateries. The menu is extensive but not so far detailed that you feel like you're reading a phonebook. The pictures along the wall can help you decide WHAT LOOKS GOOD :) Reasonably priced, and hearty portions! I wish we found this place sooner. Service is speedy and the location is just a few blocks away from Waikiki Beach. I highly recommend grabbing food to go and making it a picnic right on the beach! Portions are filling for lunch with a promise of leftovers for dinner. haha.. Seriously! The Korean lady behind the counter was nice in helping us figure out the different sides they had available. Mmm.. a must stop off the beaten path of high priced tourist eateries.
(5)
Luvto E.

This is a place I have very fond memories of wonderful food! I really miss it! Everything is made simply and yet so delicious with great flavor. It was perfectly located for my stay in Waikiki--about 3 blocks from the beach. Very good for an inexpensive breakfast or bountiful lunch/dinner. The lunch portions lasted me for two days. They have a little outdoor area to eat in or carry out is easily done. A must dine on the go.
(5)
Bob C.

This isn't the best Korean food in Honolulu, but it's PRETTY DAMNED GOOD! If you're staying in Waikiki and want something yummy, fast, cheap and convenient, go to Me's BBQ. And if you're new to Korean food, just look at the pictures on the wall and point. It's that easy. Everything I've had there is good and the quality is very consistent. And my family loves it, too. They're open til 9:00pm and everthing they have can be packaged up to-go.
(4)
Kenny W.

Great small local dive right off the "tourist" street of Kuhio and Kalakahua. You'll get a lot of food and your choice of sides range from Macaroni Salad to Steamed Broccoli and even Jabchai if they don't run out. For breakfast they even offer the local favorite of spam and eggs. Enjoy!
(4)
M D.

Cheap and delicious, plenty of food. It was nice to find a "mom and pop" restaurant after all of the overpriced tourist traps in Waikiki. My mom and I loved it. (Warning- the broccoli is really salty.)
(4)
a t.

Very tasty and well seasoned meats. The plates are very reasonably priced. Also a good selection of side dishes to go with the main meat. The portion size is quite filling.
(4)
Allen G.

Not really as advertised. Lines of tourists, but fairly quick service. Kalbi was tough and pretty much inedible. Good paejan. The banchan is great iof your like steamed broccoli.
(3)
Tracy S.

This is a great little place with huge portions! It's on Uluniu near Kuhio, so well within walking distance of the beach. There are dozens of combinations available, everything from kal bi to bi bim pap to tempura. With entrees, you can choose up to four different sides, including a couple of different types of kim chee. And as befits a local kine place, macaroni salad is definitely an option. It's a local-flavored place, not touristy at all. If you're not sure what an item is by its name, photos cover the walls, illustrating the various menu options. The portions really are enough for two people, so don't be afraid of the $8 - $10 price per meal. It's worth it, not only for the amount but for the quality of the food. Everything is fresh and delicious. If the large amount of food scares you, they do offer mini-plates, which are smaller versions with a smaller price tag. There's also a children's menu and breakfast meals. They are closed on Sundays, but open 7 - 9 the rest of the week.
(4)
Sander D.

Good stuff. Was looking for somewhere quick and good for a take-out meal near our place in Waikiki, and this place did not disappoint. Got the BBQ chicken at the recommendation of others, and was very tasty. They give you a lot of food and 4 sides plus rice with a full order ($8.50), which could probably feed 2 people if you don't eat a lot (or at least some leftovers).
(4)
Wendell S.

ME Barbeque is a hidden jewel in Waikiki. My wife and I ate here twice. They have the best Kalbi Korean BBQ. They have many places that are similar, but this place was definitely the best. Seating is somewhat limited especially at night. The food is quality is great. It is freshly made and very tasty. They have the freshest macaroni salad.
(5)
Sue R.

Kal bi barbecue is delicious as are the sides. Yum
(5)
Lani C.

We were hankering for Korean BBQ as well as the local favorites such as spam and eggs, kalua pork and rice, loco moco dish, etc. We stopped by at this hole in the wall. We saw and heard the the pidgin talk of the locals sitting in its nearby patio area. We thought it couldn't be too bad if the locals themselves were eating here. My boyfriend ordered the Portuguese sausage meal with rice and egg and I ordered the Korean BBQ chicken with rice. The food sure did hit the spot! They served us large portions for only 8 bucks an order. I had enough to give the rest of my food to some bums that were walking around Waikiki beach. We were so glad to have found a place like this. We were so over the tourist restaurants and its over priced average food. We'll definitely be back for this. Cheers!
(5)
Piggy S.

This place is awesome. This will be one of those places we stop by often during the trip. The breakfast is awesome! Only $4 for a meat + eggs + rice. We like the Portuguese sausage. The plate lunches are great too. We got the bbq chicken and meat jun. The meat jun is something I've never had and I thought it was really cool :) The chicken was good too, but Choi's might be a little better.
(4)
H W.

Great hole-in-the-wall! You gets tons of food! I suggest sharing one meal plate! Good Korean food - the chicken is awesome- great flavor and tender. Decent price for lunch. Worth a try if you've never been.
(4)
Geezup C.

Great spot. We ate there 4 times during our 10 days in Oahu. A couple times for a quick breakfast (#44 for an "authentic" Hawaiian breakfast), and a few times for a quick and easy cheap lunch. It's a few blocks north of the beach, and definitely worth the walk.
(4)
A T.

We stopped by for breakfast. The portugese sausage and eggs was very tasty and plentiful. We also had spam and eggs which was good too. Lots of food for the price, and I think it is cash only. Kind of looks like a fast-food place, but it is family-owned. Plenty of outside seating. Will return to try other dishes - they look delicious!
(4)
l c.

decided to have breakfast there since most other places in waikiki are so expensive . decided on the eggs and corned beef hash with toast instead of rice. $4 /platw. the hash was kind of strange. looks like a hockey puck! even though asked for it to be thoroughly cooked, only the outside was crisped. one of us was concerned that it was really , ahem, beef. if you know what i mean. small outdoor dining area shares space with a scooter for rent place so lots of activity going on. great location in mid waikiki. owner is rather brisk but efficient. as long as you don't need special orders you should be fine here! ( or speak korean). i thought the flavors were good, and loved the special sauce for an additional 25cents. would have gone back but ran out of time.
(2)
L V.

love this place, its quick and SUPER CHEAP for spam, rice, eggs, the perfect breakfast, esp in hawaii!
(4)
Noni Y.

go here for korean food! it's a hidden treasure down the block and was highly recommended by the locals on the beach. good prices and fast service. it really hits the spot after a day on the beach, floating in the ocean, waking up in a hotel room with a hangover or a day of abc shopping for requisite souvenirs.
(4)
Billy R.

Being a chef myself,when I travel I always go for the local places.Had a #15 Sams special. For $10 it was plenty of food.Lots of locals around lunchtime giving this Haole strange looks,but smiles non the less.Kinda off the tourist path (by a few blocks)
(3)
Wheaty H.

One of those hidden lil spot with extremely tasty food and reasonable price. Big portion big taste. Comes with 4 very tasty sides with meal and the bbq short rib is sooooo goood
(5)
lauren f.

delicious fish jun, great choice of kim chee's and sides!
(5)
Mark B.

I would have given this place 5 stars, but the service I experienced varied. The location and price is a perfect combo for that meal your hunger is seeking while at the beach. Everything else in the area isn't take-out friendly beyond McDee's and BK. For the traditional HI breakfast at $4, you can't beat it. The Korean dishes are nice, especially with choice of smaller plates so you don't have to throw food away. Oh, I forgot to mention it tastes great!
(4)
yabad a.

The best bang for the buck in Waikiki!!! I had Kalbi and Chicken BBQ. It was very good. I always come back to this place for very affordable meal. I get it to go and eat at lanai with beer or wine. Almost everything is under $10 and you'll be full. Gem of Waikiki!
(5)
Nadine M.

After reviewing this place a year ago, I like Me's BBQ even more! Maybe because this time I chose to taste the Kalbi meal (Meal #1: Korean short ribs). It was SOOO good! The meat was nicely marinated and seasoned, and no holding back on the fatty pieces which added even more yumminess. The portion seemed even bigger than the last time we came here. Oh, and just for your information if you want to order an extra side dish (I always enjoy an extra side of Chap Jae, the Korean glass noodles) it costs $2.
(5)
Emmy D.

Occasionally I like to stop by Me's for some lunch. I love their food, some dishes are mighty tasty! Love the kalbi and stir fry squid. The spicy chicken is just okay. I enjoyed the vegetables more than the chicken itself. I ordered the corn beef hash on their breakfast menu and wow it was a LOT bigger on my plate than how it looked in the picture! It was bland really but a little bit of salt or shoyu fixed it right up. The lady at the counter is SUPER NICE but sometimes it takes a while for your order to get ready.
(4)
bob l.

The Best Kalbi BBQ in Waikiki. Bar none.
(5)
Em D.

We were walking around and just happened on to this hole in the wall. No ambience and does not look like much, but the food was good and the portions were generous. We were tired of going to another high end restaurants on Wakiki and was going to order and take it back to our hotel (seating is somewhat limited especially at night), but ended up eating at the outside tables at Me BBQ. Both of us ordered combo plates; Kalbi Korean BBQ, Katsu Chicken and macaroni salad. ME Barbeque is a hidden jewel in Waikiki.
(4)
Chris W.

$4 breakfasts and huge $10.50 lunch / dinners. Very tasty. Hard to beat the price in Waikiki. One dinner was enough for Me and my wife. No need to worry about dressing up here. The chicken katsu and the beef ribs were awesome. Vegetables are served cold though so if you order some corn with your meal, don"t be surprised. Oh yeah, be sure to get the 25 cent little cup of hot sauce with your dinner.
(4)
J. J.

Bring your own bottle, grab one of the 3 tables outside, and enjoy outstanding Korean BBQ with huge portions at small prices. For the undecided: go with #36: katsu chicken filet plus BBQ ribs plus rice plus two side dishes for about $12. this is a 5-star restaurant in the fast food category.
(5)
Abcde S.

I love it. Never had a problem thank you Jesus. I get the #35 and the best mac salad on this island. Totally worth it. I discovered this place back in 2006. The only problem I have now is every time I eat mac salad from other eatery's I think what a waste of space on my plate. This place rocks.!!
(5)
Nathaniel R.

This is probably the best Korean BBQ I've ever ever ever had. Order one meal and it's enough for two people. The BBQ chicken is so delicious, my mouth is watering just thinking about it!
(5)
Meli d.

Wonderful!!! Absolutely great food! The Kal Bi BBQ is amazing! Definitly worth going to. It is a hole in the wall and I like eating there for dinner, when it's cooler because there are only a few tables outside.
(5)
jinny p.

really good bbq and tasty food. got na's special which gives you an egg battered fried fish, terriyaki chicken, kalbi, and two tasty fried potstickers (mandu). for the price, it was excellent. best deal and fresh, abundant food. going back to try their $4 breakfasts.
(4)
Simon J.

good, cheap korean food. generous portions for the price. however, no sink to wash hands. no toilet either. good for takeout. open till 9pm and closed sundays
(5)
Amy B.

Man, I wish I could remember what I ordered here because it was pretty good. The line was long at around 7 or 8pm, but worth it. The kid behind the counter was also really nice. I love the fact that you can order a combo of different vegetables and you weren't stuck with the macaroni salad (I know, I know, it's traditional, but I just don't like it that much!). I did thoroughly enjoy the kimchi. Although the food was good, the area is a little shady. We saw a couple prostitutes getting direction and some other shady-looking deals going down. Of course, this was well after dark. So maybe earlier it's fine.
(3)
Eric C.

This was the first place we ever ate at on the island five years ago. Huge portions, great food, decent service. Prices are very fair, everything is pretty much under $10 even with four sides. Small eating area outside but there's always seating available. I still come by every couple of months. The chicken katsu here is the best. I don't even bother ordering combinations because I just want a huge mound of katsu.
(5)
Dan N.

This place is awesome. We went here twice on our trip.. and I wish we had gone more. It's a really cool blend of Korean/Hawaiian food.. we weren't too adventurous and only tried the BBQ beef, BBQ chicken, and chicken Katsu, but all were delicious. The larger size is definitely WAY too huge.. and it's not apparent that there is a smaller size until you ask. If you look closely number 17 on the menu says something about a mini or smaller size. Go with this! It was still way too much food for one person. If you get the full size definitely share with another person. You still get 2 side dishes (instead of the gigantic 4) and lots of rice. It's nice to sit outside and watch interesting people walk by. The staff here are friendly and helpful. Food comes out fast and you can do take out as well.
(5)
Kamaka A.

So Ono and good price. Breakfast so affordable. Went here twice on our vacation.
(4)
Deborah P.

We were told to get breakfast at Me's by my surf instructor, "Order the Portuguese Sausage" he said. He was right. Hot, cheap, and delicious. My husband and I ate for $12 (two breakfasts and two drinks). Skip the coffee, it's not as strong as we would've liked, hence the reason for missing a star.
(4)
Thyda S.

Our first meal in Honolulu. We were starving, so the food was pretty good to us. The portion size for their combo meal or whatever was enough for two hungry people to share, so thats a plus. Though it took awhile to get our food, it was worth the wait. The place itself was really small and there wasn't any room to eat inside. We ate outside where they have picnic tables and umbrellas set up. It was okay... despite the flies that kept roaming around. Price was decent... will post up pictures of the menu later when I have the time.
(3)
Neil K.

Big portions, very affordable, and a lot of variety for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Portions are large. Their ham/eggs breakfast for $4 fed 3 people! Dining is very casual and relaxing since it's outdoors. Good stuff.
(4)
Cycledawg A.

Good food but not a lot of difference between Pearl's or Yummy Korean food.They are all about the same..good food good deal but not a standout fast food Korean joint.
(4)
Ellie F.

AHMAZING! Soooo much delicious food, for soooo cheap. A delightful break from the tourist-trap restaurants.
(5)
Jessica A.

Every time we've eaten here, we've been very satisfied. Large amounts of tasty food. They are very generous with the portions (4 for a plate) of veggies too. The guy didn't blink whe I told him I wanted all 4 servings to be bean sprouts (I'm obsessed wih those things). I also like that they have fountain sodas since so many of these places just do the cans. Don't be fooled by the lack of ambience. This is a great place! If you can snag a seat outside, it's cool. We usually pick up and take home to enjoy with our own large tub o' kimchee.
(4)
Mike S.

Great food, great prices, great selection, want to go back for more.
(5)
Jay K.

This is going to be a very simple review. Why? Because it's a very simple restaurant. It's a typical hawaiian food joint, but with more options for Korean food. They have those little side dishes which helps with the usual rice/meat boring-ness out of typical hawaiian food. I got to try multiple dishes since I was staying at a hotel right next door. The food is good and more importantly, it's cheap. $4 for breakfast? In the middle of Waikiki?? Get outta here.... For $4.25 in your pocket, you have a choice of 4-5 different breakfast options. For $6-7, you can have a good meal that fills you up to the ears. Ambiance: 3/5, it's a hole in the wall = restaurant lingo for hidden treasure = 2 points, but extra point for outdoor sitting. Food: 3/5, good quality food that's made to order, other than the sides. Value: 5/5, $4 breakfast in the middle of Waikiki???? Great! Overall: 4/5, "Good home-style food, with good flavors and most of all GREAT value."
(4)
Dale G.

Walked past here several times and finally stopped to look at the menu which was obviously largely Korean. Came back for breakfast and had what else - spam, eggs and rice (where else in the US?), and an omelet with toast. Omelet was delicious as it was loaded with fresh chopped vegetables (not sauteed) spam, sausage, maybe some bacon in there too. The O.M. eggs were cooked as ordered and spam lightly seared as my Korean wife likes it. We ate outside on the small patio and watched people come and go, many locals including a delivery truck driver who pulled up and get a take out order. BREAKFAST summary: Hot food Large portions 2 meals for less than $10 This has to be the best breakfast deal in Waikiki.
(4)
Tran N.

This place is so good! The portions are big and they are generous with the side dishes. If you aren't super hungry, one portion could easily feed two people.
(5)
Angela K.

Cheap, HUGE portions, good quality, and quantity food. They open at 7am for breakfast. Breakfast meat, eggs, and rice/toast for $4 enough to feed 2-3 people depending on kids/adults. Their lunch and dinner plate specials are HUGE!! The bbq chicken plate included 2 scoops of rice, 3 boneless chicken thighs, and 4 Korean veggie side dishes. I had to be rolled back home after eating this plate lunch. There's a seating area outside to enjoy your meal and watch people go by. All the food is made to order and you can call ahead for take out orders. This place is CASH ONLY. It was across from my hotel...needless to say we ate their everyday. ;)
(5)
Nicole A.

Excellent BBQ chicken. Would highly recomend ordering this first if you have never been here before. So tender with lots of flavor. Now I gave this place 4 stars because guy behind the counter seemed moody and our side dishes were extremely cold, almost freezer cold! Maybe because it was almost closing time they completely turn off the warmers, I don't know. But the chicken was sooooo good I would go back again in a heartbeat. Price was about $8 a person. Big portions
(4)

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Address : 151 Uluniu Ave
Honolulu, HI, 96805
Phone (808) 926-9717
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Opening Hours

Mon :7:00 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

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

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