Noelani's Island Grill

6/7/2025 Noelani's Island Grill 1037 Laurel St San Carlos, CA 94070 We went there for a family pre-wedding event with about 18 persons on a June Saturday evening. It's in DT San Carlos with hard to find street parking if you hit high times. It's popular and does have a Hawaiian ambiance. The interior has table and chair, bar stool table and bar seating. If you like Hawaiian style, they are authentic. I liked the Kalua pork sliders and quesadillas, the spicy Lomi Lomi salmon could have been more plentiful, the teriyaki short ribs were a little chewy and could have had more fat, the chicken karaage was just okay, the shrimp and greens didn't have many and the chili edamame was very good. The dishes weren't super salty which some places are. For desert the ice cream cake vanilla/coffee combo was on a concrete Oreo crust, just okay and needs more work. I think the live music was way too loud to have any good conversation and I would avoid for that. Otherwise a repeatable Hawaiian style place if in the area.

Every time I want to feel like I'm in Hawaii, I go to Noelani's. They have Hawaiian music quietly playing in the background and when the weather is nice, the french doors open up to let the breeze flow in. Both the lanai in the front and back are must do's. Food is amazing. They use Mochiko flour on some items so you can have breaded gluten-free chicken...like Shaka Chicken which is to die-for. Love their spam musubi, tsunami fries, and I especially love their cocktails. My daughter introduced this place to me several years ago: celebrated her 18th bday here, catered her graduation party, and ate here with her many times (B,L,D). The owner and staff are very freindly. You can tell they enjoy working here and the top-notch service level shows!

We've been here many times! The food and service is very good! We've had the Hawaiian short ribs, Shaka chicken, Ahi shoyu poke bowl, Kalua pig & cabbage, taro chips, fries, malasadas, pancakes. The bar drinks are excellent as well. We usually go on the weekends when Rick is performing with live Hawaiian and contemporary music too! He performs every other weekend. Rick is ohana to my wife and I. Update: Recently, we went to have lunch and sat at the bar. Noelani was behind the bar, so we were able to talk story with her and she makes really good drinks! We had a Mai Tai and Expresso martini. To eat, we had the coconut battered prawns, which are really craveable, Kalua pig quesadilla and Ahi shoyu poke bowl, which we really like.

We went during happy hour on Sunday and the vibes, service and food was all amazing! Highly recommend this spot. My parents & brother come often and today was my first time. Big fan! We got the fish tacos, kulua pork quesadillas, and each also drinks (mai tai, guava margarita, etc) !!!

Food is great. Wonderful menu, nice drinks. First time we came they had live music. Our latest visit was not so great. Manly due to the service. We could have easily ordered double of everything, but had to chase down our server for simple stuff. We even had to ask for desert and more drinks and felt we were just being asked to pay the bill and go on a Sunday at 2pm. (3pm is when happy hour starts) I would recommend getting some speakers outside for the music vibe.

First time here! Kahlua pork was excellent both tacos and the bowl with cabbage which is my go to island dish! The service was great, place is super clean even the bathrooms. Nice size bar to watch the Giant's! Outdoor seating looked comfy. We sat inside which is our preference and open atmosphere created that island charm. Will be back to try the Shaka chicken and dessert! Oh and another cocktail =)

Try the numerous amount of dishes over here with a party. All the food was very homemade and flavor full with a bit of fusion to the traditional dish. Service felt very direct and not exactly welcoming but professional. Atmosphere and decor definitely felt like you were in the islands.

First time and it won't be the last. So many items on the menu sounded delicious. We ordered the Poke Nachos and the POG (passion fruit, orange, guava drink, brought me back to Hawaii)

This is a MUST VISIT place for good Hawaiian food and drinks! My family and I ventured here after learning about the restaurant from a YouTube video. They have a vast array of appetizers, entrees, drinks, and desserts. *We had the Shaka Chicken which had a nice crispy exterior from the breading. The chicken was soft, juicy, and had nice flavors all around. *We also ordered the Guava Steak, which was nicely cooked, with sweet and savory all around. *The Loco Moco was a good sized entree as well. The flavors were tasty. *The Hurricane Fries were delicious with the sauce sautéed throughout. You tasted both sweet and saltiness, with a nice crisp with every bite. The furukake seasoning was a nice addition of flavor. Service was excellent! Our server, Lei (sorry for any misspelling) was so hospitable and friendly. She checked on us frequently, made sure we had everything we needed for every meal, including napkins and extra plates. As far as ambiance, the place has such a nice island vibe. It's clean, spacious, has nice indoor and outdoor seating, and just reminds us of being on the islands. I highly recommend Noelani's Island Grill! We're so happy to have found the restaurant and look forward to more visits to come!

We just got back from Hawaii and were already missing it. So we decided to keep the island vibes going and try this place out. So glad we did! The service was incredible. Our server, Leah, was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. She made us feel like locals--if you know what I mean. Lol. I ordered the Guava Steak with rice and mac salad. Although it was more of a potato salad, but honestly, it was delicious either way. The steak strips were full of flavor and paired perfectly with the rice and salad. My wife had the Shaka Chicken, and wow... it tasted like pure Hawaiian goodness! Easily one of the best chicken dishes we've had. We also shared the Hurricane Fries (so addictive!) and washed it all down with refreshing Guava drinks. The ambiance was amazing and it truly felt like we were still in Hawaii. This place is now our go-to Hawaiian sit-down restaurant in Northern California. There's nothing else like it around here. A++++ -- I'm already looking forward to coming back!

Good: the raw hamachi poke was fresh Service: Attentive; both server/waiter and "welcome" person. Ambiance: sat outside; umbrellas for shade PS dogs allowed outside tables I would definitely return.

The best Hawaiian food, cocktails, and island vibes! Can't forget the desserts too! My favorite restaurant that makes me feel like I'm in Hawaii but really in the Bay!

First time at Noelani's Island Grill was on Friday, March 21, 2025, when Wendell flew in from Redondo Beach and the boys and I took him out to dinner here for a surprise birthday dinner. Noelani's doesn't have a private lot for parking, but we immediately found a spot on the street just a few feet away from the restaurant. Indoor, patio, and bar seating are offered here. We arrived shortly before 8 PM and were seated immediately inside the main dining room. Kauai native Rick Rasay was performing that night. His music added to the aloha air. Wish that he played longer than he did, though. We probably caught the last half hour of is set. The venue appeared clean and well kept on the night of our visit. Below are some of what we ordered: SPAM MUSUBI ($13) - Very good. These Hawaiian sushi-like snacks were very soft and tasty, making for such good PUPUS that we ordered a second plate to share (V finished his order so quickly that no one got to taste one from the first serving). "LUMPIA" (chicken $13) - A decent version of the popular Filipino egg rolls. FRESH SPRING ROLLS ($10) - Not bad. I preferred the Peanut Dipping sauce over the Sweet Chili version. PISTACHIO-ESPRESSO MARTINI ($13) - Both Wendell and I ordered this creamy cocktail. We both enjoyed it, but I did wish that the pistachio flavour came through more. HURRICANE FRIES ($12) - Z loved these uniquely flavoured french fries. MISO YAKI SALMON ($35) - Good, but nothing super special. A bit overpriced. CHICKEN KATSU BOWL ($18) with Substitute of Spam Fried Rice ($3) - Both of the boys ordered this HOT BOWL for their meals and found it to be yummy for their tummies. MALASADAS ($7) with Vanilla Heavenly Ice Cream ($3) - We weren't given the DESSERT Menu nor were we asked if we wanted to order any after dinner sweets. Instead, our waitress came out with a complimentary plate of malasadas and a side of vanilla ice cream, topped with whipped cream and candles (no sparkler, unfortunately) for Wendell to blow and make a birthday wish. The birthday boy said, "Those malasadas were good." Service was very friendly and warm. Noelani, herself, was also very responsive to my email inquiry prior to our visit. We definitely felt the aloha at Noelani's Island Grill.

6/7/2025 Noelani's Island Grill 1037 Laurel St San Carlos, CA 94070 We went there for a family pre-wedding event with about 18 persons on a June Saturday evening. It's in DT San Carlos with hard to find street parking if you hit high times. It's popular and does have a Hawaiian ambiance. The interior has table and chair, bar stool table and bar seating. If you like Hawaiian style, they are authentic. I liked the Kalua pork sliders and quesadillas, the spicy Lomi Lomi salmon could have been more plentiful, the teriyaki short ribs were a little chewy and could have had more fat, the chicken karaage was just okay, the shrimp and greens didn't have many and the chili edamame was very good. The dishes weren't super salty which some places are. For desert the ice cream cake vanilla/coffee combo was on a concrete Oreo crust, just okay and needs more work. I think the live music was way too loud to have any good conversation and I would avoid for that. Otherwise a repeatable Hawaiian style place if in the area.

Wow. This was delicious. Really enjoyed this place. The front patio was welcoming and looked like a nice place to sit. Couches around tables and a variety of other tables just like in the back patio. Both front and back were reasonably quiet. Inside was live ukulele music and kind of loud. We loved sitting out back. The staff were friendly and were amazing with kids. There were several tables around us with children and the staff really engaged with the kids and made them feel welcome. It was spacious and we didn't feel cramped by having lots of other parties including small kids around. Ok, the food. Yum. My husband and I had the chicken with spicy Thai sauce from the hors d'oeuvres. Can't remember the name. It was good. A mild burn. It was like little pieces of crispy flavor. Then we ordered the Kailua pig tacos. Wow, so good. Also had the chicken katsu plate with spam fried rice. It was good too. Loved the sauce with rich ginger flavor. Too much food though and had to bring the rest home. My brother had the loco moco and said it was fabulous. Cocktails were good too. I would definitely come back. This is the best Hawaiian style food I've had on the mainland. I feel like I've just had a wee bit of a vacation.

Our review for @noelanisislandgrill in San Carlos: - Price point: $$ (~$50 pp) - Ambience: Superb, recommending dine-in - Food review: 1. Love for Lahaina 9/10 (perfect blend of coconut and ube) 2. Plantation Maitai 7/10 (too sweet and had a chemical flavor) 3. Lazyman's Cali-roll 9/10 (the rice was a bit dry, but taro chips and crab salad was terrific) 4. Shaka chicken 10/10 (chicken was soft, and packed with flavors) 5. Mama's spicy garlic prawns 9.5/10 (forgot to take picture ) 6. Ahi Spicy Poke 6/10 (not recommended, flavor was not upto the mark, won't be ordering this again) Overall our experience was great! There was live music and the ambience was amazing! WE WILL BE BACK DEFINITELY!

I've been to Noelani's a couple of times and mostly it's been so so, but I think this last time completely turned me off to returning. Let's start off positive, with the highlights: live music on some days, cozy Hawaiian ambiance, and mai tais! These are all great. But the food and service really need improvement. :( We have hosted birthdays here twice, two years apart, and had the same waitress who is incredibly rude and impatient. We were hoping that it improved, but the fact that we remember her from the last time means something... As for the food, we've tried a bunch of things on the menu and I think the pork belly bites, edamame, and Shaka chicken is pretty decent. But everything else is super overpriced for the quality and quantity of food. You might be better off ordering from L&L! Total: $305

Came here on Saturday for a late lunch with some friends. Street parking is available, no dedicated parking lot. Luckily we found a spot quickly, but noticed all the available spaces were taken by 2pm. This was my first time here and it looks like your local favorite restaurant for Hawaiian food. The entire ambiance screams aloha: from floral arches, wooden panels, and some tiki decorations, it was a vibe haha. We got seated quickly and service was attentive. A few dishes I tried: 1. Lomi Salmon Poke - pretty good! I like that they are generous with their toppings. The salmon quality was okay - it was good but not as fresh as other pokes I've had. I love edamame and there was plenty of that in the bowl, so that was a plus for me. 2. Chicken Katsu - flavorful, crunchy, your solid chicken katsu :) 3. Pistachio Espresso Martini - I honestly had a hard time deciding which drink to get because their whole drink menu sounded delicious!! I ended up trying this one and was not disappointed. Our whole table ended up getting this drink and we liked the creaminess, strong coffee-flavor, and clear pistachio taste in this drink. Highly recommend! I knocked it down a star because although we had a nice time hanging out here and catching up, the food wasn't entirely memorable to want to come back anytime soon. However, if you are feeling for some Hawaiian food and need your fix, this is a considerable place to visit!

We had our pre-rehearsal family dinner here. They sat us on the back patio and the service was quick and friendly! We stayed for a while and never felt like anyone was rushing us out. The food is good (I think we basically ordered the whole menu) and the drinks are delicious. They had a plant-based option for our vegan folks too! For folks complaining the prices, it's the Bay, it's downtown San Carlos. What are you expecting? The other options are far more expensive.

I've had Noelani's in my bookmarks for a while and they did not disappoint. The vibe is really chill/relaxing. There is a front and back patio space, plenty of outdoor seating. The staff is also really nice and accommodating. Dogs are allowed and they even offered ice water on a hot summer day. I've been here for both regular dinner and happy hour. It honestly isn't that packed for happy hour and they have a good selection of food and drinks. Tsunami fries is definitely a must get. It may sound weird but it works. The fries are thin and crispy like shoestring fries. My favorite drink so far has been the Virgin Pina Colada. It is a very nice and refreshing coconut slushie. Guava steak had a nice flavor to it. The Island Fish Tacos were also really good. My friend likes the Shaka Chicken. So far, it seems like there hasn't been a negative experience. I definitely recommend coming here!

Honestly have nothing to say about this spot. the ambiance is great and the seat outside is beautiful. food was a decent portion and the salmon was very fresh. our waiter was super sweet as well and i will be coming back ^-^

I ordered some take out from here and although the food came well packaged and presentable it wasn't for my liking. The Shaka chicken was good, but too breaded and oily. The all pot-mac salad is ok. I'm really a fan of the olives, and was confused by the name when I ordered thinking it would be mac salad although that's on me for missing the pot part. It's potato salad. My favorite of the meats i ordered was the teriyaki chicken followed by the guava steak. The steak was not as saucy as I was hoping. All in all, not really my cup of tea but it is a great bargain and the food did not take long.

Came back to Noelani's for dinner on a Saturday at 6:30 for 4 people. After putting our names down, we only had to wait around 15 minutes. And Friday/Saturday nights are live music nights - can make it a bit hard to hear outside and inside, but it's still a really nice touch. We ordered drinks, lumpia and spam musubi appetizers and individual entrees - shaka chicken, katsu curry, loco moco and saimin bowl. The saimin made me super nostalgic for Hawaii - and very generous portions. The staff are always so warm and attentive, they welcome you in like family. For 4 people for drinks, appetizers and entrees, the total came out to $183 or 46/person.

Solidly delicious place to get higher end Hawaiian plates. The quality and flavors are better than the typical Letter and Letter place down the street. Kalua Pork: super juicy, perfect amount of smokiness and sooo good with the sweetness of the cabbage. Garlic Prawns: large giant delicious prawns; they hit the spot when I'm craving the trucks on North Shore.

Great food! The teriyaki chicken is DELICIOUS! Perfect amount of sauce. If you do a pickup, it comes right away! Perfect if your in a rush. Their spam musubi is DELISH! The spam is really good, but could have some more meat. They usually have 6 musubis, which is the perfect amount

We've been coming here for years, but neglected to leave a long overdue review. We usually will start with one (or more) of their delicious Mai Tai's, 3 is the limit, and for good reason, they do not scrimp on the spirits. The waitstaff is professional and friendly, this place really makes you feel like you are in the islands, outdoor seating too. Noelani's really is a local gem. If you are in for a late lunch or early dinner, suggest you try their happy hour Tuesday thru Sunday 3-5pm some good deals to be had on drinks and some menu items. I love the Kahlua pig, tastes like it just came out of an imu, the teriyaki chicken and loco moco. Don't forget to get the malasadas for dessert, next best thing to a trip to Leonard's on Oahu. I'm getting hungry for a taste of Hawaii right now!

Love this place for a weekend brunch. The spam breakfast is just so nostalgic for me. The service here is always so friendly and welcoming. The cocktails here are just a little too sweet for my taste.

I enjoyed the food from this restaurant very much. The food was delicious and fulfilling. We also brought our doggies with us and sat outside after our hike. The place is very clean and staff were friendly to our doggies. I will definitely come back again.

Ambiance was on point with the island vibe. Had a live band inside which was alittle too loud to sit inside if you want to talk to each other. There was a private party in the back area which you can rent out. We choose to set in the front outside which had cute tables with bench style cushion sitting. Still can hear the music but able to talk . Service was fast and efficient. Food was delicious and shareable plates made it easy . So many tropical drinks to choose from which. We're strong but good. 100% will be back. And recommend.

Came here for lunch on a Saturday. Got the shaka chicken. Good portion. The green sauce is too green which kinda throws me off. Expect it to be sweet, a bit too sweet so just a warning. Would love to try other dishes next time.

Came here during COVID-19.. they were great! Following the rules! Staff are friendly and fast! But... food... its just not for me! It was presented good but the taste isnt what i was hoping! Maybeits just me

10/10 vibe & overall atmosphere of the restaurant. I believe this is exactly what the bay is missing specifically South Bay where I feel like there's a lack of patio/ half indoor outdoor restaurants like these. We went on a sunny day and sat right in the front of the outdoor seating area that had a comfy couch. We ordered an Ube drink (fire but strong) and a beer to go with our meal. The food was nicely plated and aesthetically pleasing but I was pretty disappointed with the lack of flavor from the fried rice and pork belly. I don't think we ordered their top menu items but ordered small bites instead that didn't have the freshness I was expecting. I would definitely still recommend this place if you love Hawaiian food and I'm sure some of their other menu options would be worth trying out!

I always love coming here for a drink and food especially during happy hour! I always get a blue Hawaiian drink which never disappoints. This time I took my family and they loved it as well. My bf mentioned how sitting in the patio area really felt like we were in Hawaii with the beach shore just on the other side of the gate. The live music added the best touch. The service is always great as well as they always come to check on you and are very quick. Def recommend the dessert pie and the chicken! 5/5 taste 5/5 service

Noelani's is one of my favorite spots to go to when we're in San Carlos. Everything about this place speaks to the beautiful Hawaiian island vibes and flavors. The food is delicious, service is very family oriented, and overall, just a nice place to grab food and hang out with friends and family. Food: 5/5 My favorite dishes would have to be the poke nachos, shaka chicken and kalua pig. The flavors all blend super well and having a large group to get a variety of dishes to share is the best way to go. Unlike the poke nachos and shaka chicken that have various textures and flavors on the plate, the kalua pig has its traditional flavor. Despite its "simplicity," it sure is tasty! I have recommended this place to many of my friends who have also brought their friends, and they all love the food here too! The portion size is a good amount for the price as well! Staff/Service: 5/5 Besides the island vibes, the staff and live music make it feel very homey. They are very attentive and will check in on you without you having to flag them down. This is regardless of if you're inside or outside on the patio. Everyone that works here and the customers they seem to attract make for good vibes and a great spot for families and friends to hang out! Space: 4.5/5 They have a lot of space inside and outside on the patio, but since they're popular, you may still have to wait a bit. When they have live performers, being inside can get a little loud, but that's what makes it a fun time! Their patio area is gorgeous to sit at during a nice sunny day. The only thing is that there really isn't anywhere to park. It's all street parking around the area which is limited.

Had a chance to visit Noelanis on Valentine's Day with my fiancé and so glad I did! This is a cute spot with lots of heart and a cute ambiance. The service was fast and friendly which was really nice. Once we sat down we ordered: * poke - this was the soy based one and it was yummy but flavorful and fresh * Shaka chicken plate - this was yummy and we upgraded to the spam fried rice which was nice and flavorful. The chicken was super crispy which I loved * pork belly with pineapple - this was sauce and I wish the pork belly was more crispy, overall okay though Overall portions are big and food is good for what you pay. Worth trying once!

I'd been a few times many years back and was happy to see they made it thru Covid! This place is such a gem. There is plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating along with bar seating! Lots of TVs, heat lamps (outside areas) and fun decor. They also do live entertainment! The spot would also be perfect for a private event!! This time we went for lunch and there was no wait, we got to pick where we wanted to sit and had a server that was very attentive. Not only was the food ono along with the wonderful service, the vibes were on point. The menu has so many delicious looking options it's hard to choose- so here's what we got; Ube whiskey colada Spam musubi Pork lumpia Hurricane fries Kalua pig island sliders Shaka chicken plate Guava steak plate Spam fried rice Potato Mac salad My personal fave was the guava steak... I could eat that everyday!! Definitely recommend everyone hula their way over ASAP!

This place is fantastic. It has a great vibe, good food, and friendly staff. I like the live music and love their brunch over the weekends.

I've been wanting to try Noelani's for a while and finally had the chance today! Stopped by for a quick lunch and sat at the bar. The service was amazing-- everyone here is so attentive and friendly, and the food comes out so quickly. We had the spicy poke to start and ordered some taro chips to go alongside, and it was all delicious and so fresh. I tried both the teriyaki chicken plate and the guava beef, and both were phenomenal. The spam fried rice and regular rice were also great. The mac/potato salad wasn't my fav, but only because I don't like black olives and the olive flavor is pretty strong throughout. Still, everything was fresh and flavorful all around. The only thing I really wanted to get that we didn't try is the mud pie. I'll definitely be back for it, though!! Overall, love this place. The vibes are great, as are the people who work here. Can't wait to come back for dessert and also to try some drinks!!

A fantastic spot with delicious food and a wide selection of cocktails. The outdoor seating is charming, making it a unique and cozy place to enjoy some Hawaiian cuisine. Definitely worth checking out! Staff was kind and helpful - parking situation is okay (primarily street parking).

Had an awesome time here. The service was excellent--friendly and attentive. Loved the live music on Friday and Saturday nights; it really adds to the atmosphere. The drinks were delicious, and the food selection was great with everything tasting fresh and flavorful. The whole place has a fun, laid-back Hawaiian vibe. Definitely worth a visit!

Came on a weeknight for dinner and there was plenty of seating available. The inside is decorated as a tropical theme and felt like a tiki bar. Items Ordered: - Spam musubi: This dish is not worth it in my opinion as it comes with 8 pieces for $13 which feels expensive. The pieces are also fairly small and does not come with much flavor. - Kalua pig quesadilla: Really tasty! The quesadilla was a little greasy but the flavor was solid and comes as a decent portion. - Loco moco: Not the best loco moco I have tried but it does the job. The portion seemed a little small though and the sauce could use more flavor. - Kalua pig and cabbage bowl: A simple dish but very satisfactory. The kalua pig was a little dry but had good flavor overall. I liked how much cabbage they provided in the dish.

It was a rainy day when I walked into this restaurant. Almost felt like actually being in Hawaii in a way. The host gave us an friendly aloha and we sat down. We noticed the decor definitely had the "tiki" vibe. This place has all the Hawaiian food you would normally find inside the 48 contiguous states. I didn't anything like poi, which is more of an acquired taste but you're more likely to find that in Hawaii. I got Loco Moco and my fiancèe Guava Steak. For the appetizers, we got the spam musubi with eggs. I preferred the Guava Steak over the the Loco Moco. Not that they're comparable dishes but it's more suited to my taste palate. It was more juicy. Not that there was anything wrong with the Loco Moco, it tasted great. But I ate it many times at other restaurants, it didn't really stand out to me. If you're just looking for Hawaiian vibes with food, this is a good place to check out.

Our go to lunch spot for the family! We originally planned to have lunch here with the in-laws and our 11 month old, but saw there were at least three parties waiting when we passed by looking for parking, so we opted to try our other local favorite. What a mistake!! After waiting over 45 minutes and with no end to our wait in sight, we opted to come back here. Our babies wake window was closing soon as we approached his nap time. As we were getting back in the car to head to Noelani's, I called to ask how long the wait would be and was told they had one table that should clear within the next 10 minutes, after that it would be a 20-30 minute wait. I asked if she could please add us to the waitlist to which she said that we had to be physically present to be added to it. I explained our situation and that we were only five minutes away. We would be right there. She said that while they normally don't do that, she would make an exception. We were so appreciative. They were very accommodating and they saved what would have been a terrible lunch experience with the in laws. We ended up having a wonderful lunch. Great food, tasty drinks, and great service.

Loved the chicken teriyaki bowl with brown rice! I am very particular about teriyaki sauce - if it doesn't taste like my mom's - then I'm not having it. So, the sauce was milder than my mom's (not quite as salty/sweet), but I was okay with that because it was absolutely delicious and exactly the right consistency to me (Noelani's knows how to do chicken teriyaki the way I like it!) - excellent dipping sauce - the marinade was also spot on - oh and the chicken was cooked perfectly I might add. Super flavorful, moist and succulent - YUM! The furikake sprinkled on the rice was an epic surprise (I love furikake) and added an additional layer of flavor, I would definitely order it again. The waitstaff were super nice and awesome! We also ordered the ice cream Oreo cookie crust pie - also YUM!!!

Friendly attentive service & great food! My daughter and I shared loco moco, a side of spam rice, and some lumpia Shanghai. It was delicious! Whenever we are in the area this will be my choice to grub!

I grew up in Kaneohe, but now live in the east coast. So, when a friend suggested Noelani's when I was visiting and staying near SFO, I was excited to give it a try. Especially after I saw Kaneohe Green Salad when checking out the menu online. We were seated immediately, and started with the spam musubi. Sooooo good! My chicken katsu was also delicious, and we ended the evening talking story outside on the patio while a live band played inside. Such a nice, relaxing evening. Can't wait to go back when I'm in the area again.

Still the best in town ! Nothing compares to their food . I would come here everyday if I could. Everyone is so friendly as well.

I really liked this place. Food tasted like home. Like the poke bowl. Great selection of drinks. Good happy hour! I wish there was more parking. I love the paddling photos on the walls.

Such a great dinner spot with friends or even for a date night! If you're looking for a restaurant for authentic Hawaiian food and great live music, Noelani's is the spot for you. My friend tried making a reservation for our party of 3 and she was told reservations are more for bigger parties which makes sense. We arrived at around 7:30 PM on a Friday and we waited roughly 10-15 minutes which isn't bad for a Friday night. I decided to order the Mama's Spicy Prawns and one of their holiday specialty drinks (I forgot the name but it had lots of coconut in it!). My friends and I also decided to the poke sampler to share and we opted for an order of taro chips as well. The waiter suggested us to add taro chips but we didn't know it was an extra charge so we wished she was transparent there. Nonetheless, all of the food was great. The spicy prawns were so garlicky and buttery and it really reminded me of the ones in Hawai'i. I loved that the plate lunches also came with a side of slaw and mac salad which really made it seem like an authentic Hawaiian plate lunch. This place does lean toward the pricier side so maybe ~30+ on average per meal (even without apps & drinks) so please keep that in mind. The food and vibes were amazing though so I would definitely come back in the future.

Vibes!! Came here with my team after some business meetings in the area, and was surprised to find such a cozy restaurant in San Carlos with nice Hawaiian vibes. I was expecting the usual Hawaiian dishes, but was nicely surprised by the interesting Asian fusion menu. Price is on the higher side, but presentation of food, service, atmosphere, and uniqueness of the dishes make up for it. The chicken was very tender for the katsu, and the ingredients for the Poke Bowl were very fresh. The pineapple and pork belly bites were really good - definitely recommend!

Always a great experience. Indoor/patio seating. Great happy hour. Delicious food, great drinks.

We love the vibe here. Laid back and fun! I can't remember any dishes as a standout, but it's always a good time.

What a vibe this place is! From the live music, to the interior decor, you feel as if you are at a family gathering in Hawaii. We've tried the shaka chicken, poke trio, loco moco, lazy man's roll, kalua pork, and pig quesadilla. All were incredible!! Our favorite is the Shaka chicken hands down. They also have delicious drinks and desserts. Our favorite is the Guava cake. Our only wish is that it was a bigger slice since we always fight over it. Absolutely recommend this place for date night, family night, friends lunch. They have outdoor patio seating with heaters as well as inside, a bar, and plenty of seating.

First time coming here for happy hour and truly enjoyed my experience. I felt as if I were on vacation! The food and service were truly amazing! My group and I definitely enjoyed ordering the pina coladas day dreaming as if we were on a tropical island! I'd definitely come back again!

I love a good chicken katsu and Noelanis makes such a good plate! Their mai tais are INCREDIBLY strong and I don't consider myself a light weight, so take that with a grain of salt. No wonder there's a 3 Mai Tai limit per customer! Service was good, I got brought the wrong dinner at first but it was fixed SO swiftly which I appreciated. I need to go back and try more drinks off their extensive drink menu!

I have been there twice now. The overall atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, if a little loud (but very normal for an Island style restaurant). The customer service and food were very good, as I was seated immediately and my order delivered quickly (even for how busy they were).

Great live music. Even though they were busy the service was fast! Great food, super good tropical drinks. Great for weekend brunch!!!