Hungry Hawaiian
Woods Cross, Utah
(134)
Woods Cross, Utah
(134)
A Taste of the Islands
A Touch of the Mainland
134 customer reviews
Tony X.
This review is for the FOOD TRUCK only. I have not been to their B&M location.Hungry Hawaiian offers what I would easily consider the best Hawaiian food in this state. I haven't been to a LOT of them and can only really compare with Mo bettahs and the like, but I'll be damned if Hungry Hawaiian isn't on a completely different level.The food didn't feel heavy or greasy. It tastes like high quality. It tastes fresh. That mac salad could wake the dead. Delicious.I ordered the teri chicken plate and could not have been happier. 10/10 would eat here again. More...
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Keni A.
This is the hidden gem you've been looking for. That mom and pop restaurant with flavors and food like the ones you would get if you went to their house for a weekend BBQ. The owner said the recipes are the ones he grew up making with his dad. The decor is basic  but the food is the highlight of this establishment. Go for the food and leave happy. More...
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Shannon D.
This was the best Hawaiian restaurant in al of Utah! Owner is from the Island. Need to try his sauce! All the food was ono! Made from scratch! Felt like we were home at the dinner table. More...
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Brittni Melendy
I love hungry Hawaiian! Delicious food and amazing friendly people! They have never disappointed!!
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Alejandra G.
This place is awesome  and has great service. The food is good and the prices are even better. The thing I was not to thrilled about was the quality of the Mac Salad- it had no flavor. Oh and they don't have restrooms ...  Other than that it's a great pit stop . More...
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Baron G.
I don't think 5 stars is enough for these guys. The absolute best customer service I've had at any restaurant in Utah. The food was amazing, the musubi was legit, the malasadas were the best I've ever had on the mainland and overall an outstanding experience not to mention how affordable it was. if you're in the area, YOU NEED TO STOP HERE. Kenny will take care of you. Mahalo! More...
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Nick P.
This place has been great every time I've been there! People are friendlyand food is delicious! I've only had the teriyaki rice bowl with the veggies and regular teriyaki plate. Food is delicious as already mentioned and don't leave without guava cake! More...
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Tenz E.
Rice bowl with fresh veggies was delicious! Â Very reasonable at under $6. Staff were friendly. Interior was simple but clean.
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Zhen F.
The place seems small and not much 2 look at but the service and food is absolutely great...no need 2 debate, if trying 2 decide where 2 eat you will not be disappointed. ..no need 2 be Hawaiian 2 come here...just hungry! More...
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Kristin J.
The food was delicious but the service was incredible!!! They treated us amazing and were so kind!!
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Mike Barton
Always welcoming. it's a staple in my lunch plans!
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Mark Cornaby
Great food. Kenny was a great man to chat with. Next time I am up there I know where I will be eating
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John S.
We found dis kine food on Yelp with 5 stars, so we thought we would try it! That was last week. Wow! Great food like da  kine you find back home on the islands! !! We were in Bountiful again today. Taste just like home!!! You be sorry for not tryin' dis place!!! Shaka brah!!! More...
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Hannah Youngberg Ingram
Love love LOVE! Hungry Hawaiian!
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Jade C.
You can't go wrong with aloha spirit infused into the delectable dishes at Hungry Hawaiian. Keni's teriyaki sauce* is hands down the best I've had since moving to the mainland. It is the secret behind the best spam musubi in town not to mention he goes the extra mile by sprinkling furikake. The latest addition to the  menu, Loco Moco (fried egg on top of hamburger with brown gravy) is lip-smacking delicious. I hate to keep using superlatives, but Hungry Hawaiian is honestly the next best thing to being in Hawai'i.  Heck, Keni's macaroni salad is what my mom would call the "deluxe kine." You know, the kind you would make to impress your friends at a potluck. It is better than the famous plate lunch places I used to go in Honolulu.  I would recommend getting the three-meat plate to start with so you won't have to choose. The teriyaki beef is tender and sliced into easy to eat pieces, the kalua pua'a (pork) melts in your mouth, and the teriyaki chicken is flavorful.It doesn't matter what you choose, it is all so ono-licious. My kids and grandkids feel like we're back home whenever we eat at Hungry Hawaiian. The generous portions and affordable prices make it our family favorite. Don't forget to save room for Hungry Hawaiian's delightful guava chiffon cake! * You can buy his terrific teriyaki sauce now. They make great presents that people can really appreciate. More...
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Jason C.
Really friendly people here. Â If you are in the need of a quick tasty lunch, this is your place. Â Their rice bowls are very good, and budget friendly.
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Jared S.
Amazing! Simply great all around. Family owned and operated. You can tell because the service is like you are family yourself! Their teriyaki sauce tastes great so ask fo a bit extra! Check these guys out for sure More...
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Akamu A.
Great food for pretty cheap. Our food came quick and coming from Maui this plate lunch place is good to have out here in Utah. Will for sure come back!
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Kim A.
Was unexpectedly home from work during a weekday and decided to stop by for lunch so I could try this place that had been on my radar for a while. There were a few people ahead of me and when I ordered I was told that it might be a bit longer as what was ordered ahead of me takes a little extra time to prepare. I was not in a hurry so this was fine with me. Also, I really appreciate being given a heads up so I can set my expectations. The wait passed by quickly and also let me remember that I wanted to try the cake so I ordered a slice of that as well. My meal was the Teri Chicken Bow. Lots of rice, broccoli, carrots, and chicken. I poured some extra sauce on top because hey, I love sauce. The cake was a nice way to end my meal. I would definitely come back! More...
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Josh C.
Small family restaurant.The husband cooks, the wife cashiers and serves, and their little girl provides entertainment.$6 for a chicken teriyaki bowl is a great deal. Food was great, sauce is amazing, and the macaroni is my favorite. More...
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Jared M.
I'd give this place SIX stars if I could. What a fantastic place to grab some tasty, authentic Hawaiian food. Man, what a joy this was. My wife and I were in town scoping out the Salt Lake City area for a potential move. When I saw this restaurant on Yelp, I knew in my gut that I had to come by for lunch. I ordered the two-meat plate with Kalua Pua'a and Teriyaki Beef. My wife ordered the Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl. Both were outstanding. They were a good value for the sheer amount of food you will receive. Don't forget to order the Spam Musubi, too! Best of all, Chef Keni and his wife sat with us and talked for half an hour! Damn fine people and a damn fine restaurant. Thanks for a wonderful experience! More...
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Jordan P.
Just ate at the hungry Hawaiian for the first time. Awesome food, awesome service. The loco moto special was awesome. I loved the Kalua pork. Price was awesome. Service was awesome. The guy at the front desk, I'm assuming the owner, was funny and helpful. I am happy to say I am a full Hawaiian now. More...
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Bella H.
Wish I could give 5 stars for food as Kenny and his auntie were super hospitable but can't say best Hawaiian I've ever had. That would be five stars. With that said, couple of things that this places did better, therefore that rounds it up to five. For one, I loved that teriyaki bowl contained veggies. Second, I loved his version of malasades better than Leonard's in Hawaii or Clark's here. I've been chasing down Clark's whenever I have cravings but I'll be here from now on. More...
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Erin R.
Just ordered via DoorDash since I can't get away for lunch today. I ordered a chicken teriyaki rice bowl, no chicken, extra veggies. They filled my order just as requested and included a full serving of Tofu just to let me know it was an option. It's rare to have people care enough to do something like this and it's so appreciated. Amazing service.And the food is fresh and delicious, right down my alley! More...
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Nate B.
If you're looking for LARGE portions and a side of cholesterol, this place is for you. Great tasting food, so you don't come here if you're on a diet, and for the price you could feed 2 or 3 people with one meal.
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Derek F.
All around a bad ass spot. I'm from Austin where food is a highly competitive market. These guys would fit right in! Their beef is fantastic as well as the macaroni. Five stars guys.
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Shad S.
Cool little family restaurant. It's a small place with a friends vibe. There isn't much seating so it's more of a takeout place. The bowls are priced right ($6) and are very good. If you haven't, definitely check out this local business. More...
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Robin S.
Fabulous food! Â Best Kalua Pork I've had! Â Prices were great too! Â Super nice service, and the Hawaiian music being sung by the owner really added to the great experience.
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Hector M.
Great food and really enjoyed their tasty 2-Meat plate. Included nice steaming rice and great macaroni salad. We also enjoyed their Malasadas and guava cake. Both were nice but the guava is our new favorite dessert. More...
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Buddy C.
This is a great place with great food and amazingly friendly people. Their teriyaki is really good and not too sweet. I really like the veggies that come with the bowls. Â My family loves to go here
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Tinman235 ..
Loved the chicken teriyaki bowl, took it home and it was 2 full meals for me. The menu is short on choices, but better to have less choices that all are wonderful than a large menu with mediocre food. I will be eating there more often great food. More...
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Ruben S.
All I can say is  FLAVOR TOWN! Man knows what he is doing in that kitchen.  The best beef and chicken I have had around Utah. You need to check this place out
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Jeff Nyberg
Known chef Kenny long time. Spent many days at sea with him in the navy. Go fighting jack!!!!!!
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Kimo Watanabe
Keni's the man. I once saw him at a cook off, cooking chili during a torrential downpour. I'm not kidding, the rain was coming in sideways.
The wind was howling. It was just ripping right through the tents that were supposed to be shielding the chefs. Keni was holding up a tent pole with one hand while cooking some mean chili with the other. I'll never forget Keni yelling, "It's just a small kine drizzle! It's just a small kine drizzle!" Over the thundering storm. Such is Keni's dedication to creating some ONO food for the rest of us to enjoy.
Real, authentic, home style, local Hawaiʻi, food is hard to come by, but that's what Keni delivers. Anybody can make basic ramen, but to take the time to craft your broth from scratch, simmering it for hours and hours while you make your own noodles, and cook up your own add ins, takes real love. It's no small task to source good ingredients and put them all together with a smile on your face.
Keni's one of my favorite local chefs and I would highly recommend heading over to the Hungry Hawaiian to grab some food.
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James R Hood
One of the best places. Close to home. My picky 8 year old even loves it. 2 meat plate is a great deal.
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Susan Peters
So delicious!! Had the teriyaki chicken, kalua pork, and Mac salad. Everything was incredibly tender and cooked perfectly. Will definitely be back, both for the food and to see Keni who was so friendly! More...
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Holly Wayman
It's wonderful having a yummy and inexpensive place to grab a bite to eat in Woods Cross ... And I can even walk there from home if I wanted. The service is top notch!
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Megan Duncan
Wonderful service and wonderful food! Every single dish they serve is absolutely delicious. I HIGHLY recommend getting the Guava cake as well. I purchased a whole sheet of Guava cake for my birthday and shared it with my co-workers. Needless to say, there was nothing to take home at the end of the day. Hands down my favorite place to grab some authentic Hawaiian food! More...
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Andrea Chruma Chamberlain
I am positive everyone needs to stop by!! The address is now in google maps. Type it in and let GPS take you there!! See you soon!
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Kevin P Manning
Really really good. Puts that other place with two letters the same to shame. Ono, Mahalo!
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John Weiss
Great flavors. Fresh ingredients. Cutest little sign twirler, ever!
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Nathan Rooney
Huge portions! Excellent, friendly service! We will be back
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Greg Dunn
I had forgotten this place was closed. We just stopped by and had no interest in 5 Buck Pizza. I cannot wait for it to reopen.
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Jeremiah Jensen
Seriously some of the best food I ever had. Loved it.
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Billy Byers
Great food! Macaroni salad was perfect and the Ka'lua pig was awesome!
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Brianna Mathison
The Malasada’s literally completed my life. I loved them �
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Losa Tali-Latu
First time today! Loved our Katsu plates and guava cake! Finally, ready made guava cake!
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Shawn Bucher
Keni is the man!!!
He is the embodiment of what you expect Hawaiian food and culture to be.
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Sarah Ioane
Ono grindz! Already craving it and I just cleaned three plates. Can't wait to come again. Excellent customer service is just the cherry on top.
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Tiffany Francom Sweeten
YUMMY! Generous portions of very tender and flavorful meat. Very nice and helpful owners. Highly recommend!
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What’s your signature dish?
Teriyaki Chicken, Teriyaki Beef and Kalua Pua'a (pig).
All plates come with 2 scoops of white rice, 1 scoop macaroni salad.
How do you go about creating the perfect menu for your clients?
Hungry Hawaiian Packages are put together by you according to clients event needs. We have a few popular packages to give you an idea of what we can do. If these packages are not exactly what clients are looking for, please give us a call to make your luau package special for your needs.
What do you love most about your job?
Hungry Hawaiian (HH) is a local Food business focused on Ono kine grindz from Hawai`i. The menu is based on family recipes passed down from family members who have since passed. HH honors them by sharing them near and far.
What inspired you to start your own business?
HH has been around since the ‘70’s. Started by Ned Aikau and his partners. Since Ned’s passing his son, Keni Aikau has resurrected the Hungry Hawaiian first in Orem, UT and now with his partner, C.Pomaika’i Gaui, have reopened in Woods Cross, UT. Since June of 2016, Woods Cross and the surrounding areas.
Why should our clients choose you?
Hungry Hawaiian enjoys working with people that are excited about Hawai'i and it's food and culture as much as we do. Food, music, dance. We do it right.
