Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering
Hawaiian restaurant · El Cajon ·

Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering

Hawaiian restaurant · El Cajon ·

Authentic Hawaiian catering serving delicious, generous portions

Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering by null

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1321 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021 Get directions

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1321 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021 Get directions

+1 619 581 5613
dakines.co

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Da Kine’s Hawaiian Plate Lunch Spot Returns After 11 Year Hiatus | Eater San Diego

"After an 11-year absence, Da Kine’s Plate Lunches has reopened as a brick-and-mortar eatery on Linda Vista Road; founded in 1997 by Hawaiian native Nelson Ishii (aka “Uncle Nelson”), it spent the last decade operating as a catering outfit before reopening due to popular demand. The original menu is back, featuring Ishii’s teriyaki chicken with his signature sauce, smoked kalua pork served with shredded cabbage, chicken katsu, Korean-style ribs, baked fish, classic loco moco, Spam musubi, and Polynesian-style mashed taro; all plate lunches come with two scoops of steamed white rice and a choice of macaroni salad or a green salad. A grand opening with half-off plate lunches is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, and regular hours will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday." - Candice Woo

https://sandiego.eater.com/2019/10/3/20897439/da-kines-hawaiian-plate-lunch-restaurant
Da Kine's Hawaiian Catering

Terrie Na

Google
I’ve been using Uncle Nelson’s catering for over 10 years—since my son’s 3rd birthday—and he’s never disappointed. The food is always hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious—better than any Hawaiian restaurant we’ve tried! Uncle Nelson treats you like family, and his prices are very reasonable. I’m not sure where the negative reviews came from—my experience has been consistently excellent. Just note, he runs a catering business only—there’s no storefront restaurant. I wish he had a restaurant, but I respect that catering gives him the freedom to do what he loves. If you want amazing Hawaiian food for any event, Uncle Nelson is the one to call!

Athena K.

Google
First and last time i will be ordering here. We ordered to go. The minute we opened our plates you could tell there was no love, my kids wouldn't even eat it. I am hawaii born and just shocked at the poor quality of this food I paid $50 for 2 plates lunches and a side of kimchi. I can cook my own kalua but on occasion I like to spoil my self ordering it.The kalua i got from here tasted like it was store bought, lacked seasoning and had no smokey flavor. The Mac salad was mushy, over cooked and not seasoned well. The kalbi was dry and over cooked. I'm sorry to say this knowing you probably worked hard but your food isn't up to par. I posted pictures of my unloved plates that unfortunately went straight to the trash.

Luna Frankenstein

Google
They get 3 stars because it looks like a family operation and the service was great. The food just isn't spiced properly and quality is very poor; I'm pretty sure the salad came from a bag because it was just iceberg lettuce with carrots and no dressing. Also, the macaroni salad tasted like water so make sure you ask for extra Sriracha.

Patrick L

Google
Great lunch with a BIG portion and perfectly cooked Terri chicken. Thank you Da Kine’s!

nikki kilman

Google
Great spot for hawaiian there katsu is fire 🔥