Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ

This might just be my new favorite restaurant! I loved everything I ate so much that I had to order extra to take home. I went with the short rib platter, a side of garlic shrimp, and the spam musubi—don’t forget to get a side of that delicious teriyaki sauce! The pasta salad was incredible and paired perfectly with the short ribs, which were tender and seasoned just right. The garlic shrimp were finger-licking good and seriously addictive. It was the ultimate comfort meal, and I’m so happy Philly finally has good Hawaiian food—something we definitely needed! On top of the amazing food, the service was fantastic, and I felt so welcomed. I absolutely love it here!

I ordered from doordash today. Here’s my two cents. I have been to Oahu and Maui Hawaii and a tid bit about me- I am a loco moco snob. I have eaten so many of those when I visited Hawaii. Loco Moco- it came through delivery doordash. Still warm. Fried egg with runny yolk 5 stars for that. The patty meat and gravy 3 stars - the gravy tasted just like a mix. It did not satisfy my cravings though. I ate the leftover the next day and it became so watery the gravy. That would not happen if it’s the real brown gravy they cooked. Def I know it was the powder gravy mix. That is just my guess. Mac salad- 4 stars it could have been colder in temperature. The taste is somewhat there but something is missing that umami taste I am looking for. Needs much more mayo so it’s creamier. Short ribs- it’s very chewy and it needed more marination. Not enough marinade and it’s too bland. I could not eat it. What a waste. That’s why only 2 stars just because the mac salad is ok and the runny yolk is A+ I did expect that it could have more bolder flavors like the ones frm Maui and Oahu. Something is missing. I did not get the vibe of Hawaiian food. Needs improvement. I hope they will change the recipe development. Not sure if the owners have been to any islands of Hawaii.

First time trying out this little spot & I absolutely loved the food! We got the Chicken Katsu, Grilled Spam Musubi, Hawaiian BBQ Chicken & the Edamame. First off, everything has great flavor. The Chicken Katsu was so crispy & juicy inside. My favorite was the Chicken Katsu & Musubi. That Musubi is so simple yet so good! Especially dipped in their Katsu sauce.. yumm!! I really loved everything & the service was good. I recommend! 👀😋

Food was really good, and nice atmosphere in there. I got the Loco Moco, Spam Musabi, and Macaroni Salad and it brought me back to when I visited Hawaii instantly. This place is a must try and I will be back.

I have been consistently going to mahalo ever since they opened, and every time they deliver delicious food with mighty portions that I can easily eat for two meals. The bbq mix and chicken combo are items that I highly recommend that you can’t go wrong with, and don’t forget to pair it with an Hawaiian Sun (Green Tea Lychee is the perfect flavor). The service is amazing and friendly and I honesty wish nothing but growing success for this family business.

AWESOME Hawaiian BBQ! The platters are massive and you can get a combo of anything you want. We loved everything!

I recommend getting their Hawaiian BBQ chicken! The portion is huge compared to the price! Service was quick and friendly. This spot is ideal for takeout.

Really tasty food, reminded me of the stuff I had in Hawaii. People who work there are nice and the portions are very generous. I got the short rib and Kahlua pork combo and it was enough for two meals.