Only Ono BBQ, Inc. - Hawaii Restaurant

Only Ono BBQ, Inc.

4.9(51 community reviews)
Budget ($)

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Discover Only Ono BBQ, Inc., offering the best Asian experience in Kahului. Enjoy Budget ($) meals, explore their menu, and read reviews from the community on TasteHi.

A Local Staple in the Heart of Kahului

When you step into Only Ono BBQ, the immediate scent of kiawe wood smoke and sweet, caramelized teriyaki greets you. This is not a place for white tablecloths; it is a quintessential Maui spot for no-nonsense, island-style comfort food. Tucked away near the main industrial hub of Kahului, the restaurant serves as a refueling station for locals craving generous portions that define the classic Hawaiian plate lunch.

Signature Flavors and Island Style

The kitchen specializes in mastered barbecue techniques. The star of the menu remains the huli huli chicken—frequently turned over the flames until the skin reaches a sticky, charred perfection. The menu follows a reliable format: a choice of protein paired with two scoops of sticky white rice and a creamy scoop of mac salad. The portions are substantial enough to require a serious appetite, and you will likely find yourself needing a cold drink to balance the savory, rich glazes.

The Casual Maui Experience

Expect a bustling, high-energy environment during the lunch hour rush. It gets loud, and the line can spill toward the door, which is usually a sign that the food is worth the wait. Parking can get a little tight in the shared lot, so keep that in mind if you are swinging by during the peak midday crush. It is the ideal stop for anyone traversing the island who wants to bypass the tourist-heavy spots for a meal that feels like a backyard cookout hosted by someone who actually knows their way around a grill.

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Location

73 Pu'unene Ave, Kahului, Hawaii, 96732

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Hallie DarnallGoogle Maps

Recently

Everytime in Maui we order here, reminds me of my grandma and mom’s chinese cooking. Guy who runs it is always nice, came to pick up and asked about adding half order of duck (I only saw an option to order a whole duck online), and he was gracious enough to add that to our order last minute. Food was delicious! First time ordering from here last year, same guy gave us free manapuas for the wait and was extremely kind! Now we always order a 4 pack of manapuas every time we get ono bbq! Definitely will be continuing ordering from here every time we come back to Maui!🥡🥢🩵

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SungraceannGoogle Maps

Recently

From the experience of ordering, the guy taking the order was prompt, polite and a great view to look at. The food was incredible. I don’t even eat pork, but I still ordered and tried it. Was the best Chinese style pork hands down.

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ASML BitesGoogle Maps

Recently

The food here was amazinggg!!! The char siu bao was amazinggg the best thing I’ve eatten in hawaii so far and the owner is so lovely and nice! Highly recommend!!

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LydiaGoogle Maps

Recently

Tried this place for the first time at Maui Sunday Market since there was a long line. The curry bun is probably the best food I’ve had in Hawaiʻi. It’s absolutely INCREDIBLE. Manapuas were also good but a bit too sweet for me — delicious though for sure. I will be back to try more !!! Mahalo

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Jessica MGoogle Maps

Recently

Cantonese comfort food at its best! We tried their crispy pork belly, char siu, bolo bao, Jung, char siu bao, and the brisket curry (a special) and WOW, everything was so good. Check their website for pop up/pre order information. The food tasted just as good (if not better) than how my grandma made it with a little Hawaiian and BBQ/smoky flair. Will definitely go back the next time I’m in Maui!

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Kat N.Google Maps

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Best crispy roast pork and BBQ pork cha siu I've had in a long time (last time was maybe 2017 in Hong Kong). Both pork dishes were well-marbled with perfect ratio of fat and lean. The crispy pork held up well on the hour drive back to Kaanapali. The sticky rice, pineapple bun, bbq pork bun and egg tarts are really good too! I'd definitely seek out Only Ono again on my next Maui trip.

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Gina HGoogle Maps

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Wow! The bbq meats were exceptional. This was the best siu yuk (crispy roast pork) we've had, including the ones we've had in Hong Kong (where my husband's family is from). The skin remained crispy while the meat was still juicy. A spicy mustard sauce helped cut the fat. The char siu tasted smoky from the smoker and was tender, not dried out like other places (the cut might have been pork belly?). We also tried the dim sum box for 2. The stir fry items (spicy eggplant and chicken for the lettuce cups) had good wok hei flavor but got a little oily at the end. The pot sticker filling was on the dry side but still tasted good. The almond float had a beautiful consistency and texture. The siu mai (ordered a la carte) were different from expected, but we appreciated this version -- a homey style made with wonton wrappers that tasted refreshing with ginger inside. Overall, anything with pork belly is top notch but it can be a heavy and greasy meal in one sitting. Our new strategy is to order by the pound and treat ourselves to slices of char siu throughout the week to space out the decadence. Too bad the siu yuk can't keep as leftovers -- but that is worth eating right away inside the car! Note that the drive through format is not the same as picking up a pre-order because you wait about 15-20 min after arrival. But this method guarantees you get your food freshly prepared and that nothing sits cold. Holes are poked in containers for crispy items so they don't steam and get soggy. Overall, this is a very thoughtful and enjoyable process because we can eat right away in our car after getting served unlike traditional take out.

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