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I haven't had a bento from K's in decades! They have some a la carte items, but many people simply go to buy bentos. They have two sizes - Small and Large.
In the Small Bento is:
I've never been to Kokoro-Tei, but I've enjoyed their bento on several occasions. Kokoro-Tei first opened their doors in Waikiki in 2009, but have since moved to their current Mo’ili’ili location in 2010. The menu is extensive and you can be sure your bento is made to order with premium ingredients.
In addition to nori bento and regular bento, they offer curry bowls, daily specials, and mega bento with two choices. Kokoro-Tei is a great option next time you need to feed a large group and you make your order conveniently online. They are open Monday through Friday from 10am to 2:30pm and 4pm to 6pm. On Saturdays, they are open 10am to 2pm. Parking is available in the lot next to Teddy's Bigger Burgers.
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| Hibachi Chicken Lunch Bento |
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| Hibachi Chicken and Garlic Chicken Deluxe Bento |
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| Banzai Pack |
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| Bombucha Fry Saimin Bento |
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| Don't mind the umeboshi that rolled off the rice |
I first heard of The Fish Express on Kaua`i when a friend told me years ago that her family owns the shop. That family has since sold it, but I finally had a chance to visit on my recent trip to Kaua`i, as we picked up food on the way back to the airport.
The Fish Express offers a variety of poke bowl options - simply pick your rice (or greens) base, your choice of poke and how many scoops, and then you can add toppings (priced per pound).
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| Fried Chicken & Shrimp Bento |
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| Grilled Cheese & Fries |
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| School Lunch |
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| French Toast |
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| Leeward Omelet |
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| Mean Jun & BBQ Chicken Mixed Plate |
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| Buttermilk Hotcakes |
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I've passed by 5-Spice in Hilo many times, and I've always known it to be a crack seed store. I had no idea they served food too!
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| Pastrami Sandwich |
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| Katsu Moco |
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| 5-Spice Bento |
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| Gravy Burger |
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| Chicken Katsu Curry |
I was pleasantly surprised with just how tasty everything was. The Chicken Katsu was nicely seasoned and cooked, and my friend enjoyed the Gravy Burger and Pastrami Sandwich.
The bento came with BBQ Chicken, BBQ Meat, Kimchi Patty, SPAM, Hot Dog, Hash, Zucchini, Egg, and Koko (I never heard of Koko until I got this bento!).
Prices are very reasonable, and I'd definitely order from 5-Spice again!
A friend of mine told me about Oh My Grill in Pearl City, which has one of the best Chicken Katsu deals in town, and I finally got to try it out.
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For just $6.99, you get a regular plate heaping with Chicken Katsu (plus rice and mac salad), and a medium drink.
The Oh My Pac is a deal as well - just $9.50 for Mochiko Chicken, Teriyaki Beef, and Fried Shrimp.
Although I've had better katsu elsewhere, it was still tasty, and can't beat the value.
The mochiko was really good as well.
Such a great deal on food!
Mugen Waikiki offers a weekly bento for $20. This week’s bento included melt in your mouth BBQ Ribs, Japanese Potato Salad, Local Greens, Chilled Soba, Salmon Battera, and Aburi Rice. My friend and I picked up the bento and then walked across the street to enjoy them on Waikiki Beach. I highly recommend this activity!
Takeaway is available Tuesday through Saturday, 11am – 6:30pm.
To place your order, call 808-377-2247 at least 45 minutes ahead.
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Restaurant Kuni is a Waipahu mainstay, and one of my favorite places for Chicken Katsu. They are currently running a Special Take-Out Bento menu that's a really great deal - $7.95 for 1 choice, or $9.95 for 2 choices!
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| Chicken Katsu + Miso Butterfish (+$2) |
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| Chicken Katsu + Grilled Salmon |
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| Tofu Steak + Shrimp Tempura |
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| Chicken Katsu + Chicken Teri |
