




Tiano's Restaurant (94-673 Kupuohi St)
About
A Waipahu Staple for Local Comfort Food
When you find yourself navigating the industrial corridors of Waipahu, Tiano's Restaurant serves as a reliable anchor for those seeking honest, straightforward Hawaiian comfort food. This isn't a place for white tablecloths; it is a functional, bustling spot where the air carries the savory scent of sizzling garlic chicken and house-made gravies. The atmosphere is authentically utilitarian, perfect for a quick lunch break or a hearty dinner with friends who prioritize flavor over pretense.
What to Expect on the Plate
Tiano's has built a loyal following in the West Oahu community by sticking to the classics. The menu is heavily influenced by the diverse culinary roots of the islands. Locals often gravitate toward their signature plate lunches, which arrive generous in portion and balanced in seasoning. The texture of their fried chicken is particularly noteworthy—crispy enough to satisfy that craving for a satisfying crunch, yet tender enough to suggest a well-guarded marinating process. If you visit during peak lunch hours, be prepared for a vibrant, high-energy environment where the clatter of plates and local conversation fills the room.
Know Before You Go
While the food is a standout, the building's location within a busy commercial park means the parking lot can get quite congested during the midday rush. It’s a minor hurdle for a meal that captures the essence of Waipahu’s working-class culinary spirit. The space is straightforward and no-frills, focusing entirely on delivering consistent, hot meals to the table. Whether you are a resident of the Leeward Coast or just passing through the area, Tiano's offers a genuine slice of Hawaii's everyday dining culture without the tourist fanfare.
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Location
94-673 Kupuohi St, Waipahu, Hawaii, 96797
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Showing 10 of 0 community reviewsElijah MedeirosGoogle Maps
Recently
Food was delicious! We ordered the fried calamari and lumpia starters, Definitely worth trying. All three of us orders the Lechon with a sisig on the side to share. The lechon was delicious. Nothing was left on the plates (to include the vinegar 😋). If we had one of these restaurants on the Big Island I’d be eating here at least once a week.
P RANNAGoogle Maps
Recently
Located in the Kunia shopping center across from Bank of Hawaii, passed by this restaurant many times but finally got the chance to eat here since we had an impromptu holiday luncheon here👍 Parking is tough during lunchtime but theres parking across the way by Jack in the Box. This place is also BYOB, so bring a cooler and your fave refreshments too. Empty when we arrived when it opened but it quickly filled up. Known for their prime rib and huge portions of local and Filipino food; I opted for a lighter lunch choice, the Tianis Trio which i ended up taking half of it home. Food was excellent and enjoyed by all but water refills were lacking though maybe since out group brought beers? Was stuck in the corner so couldnt flag down a waiter for a water refill. Other than that, a great place to come when youre really hungry... 4 stars.
Twila KawaiGoogle Maps
Recently
The food was delicious. There was no wait line during the week of Thanksgiving. Staff was friendly as well.
Shuui CiGoogle Maps
Recently
Honestly, it was okay. I'm mostly concerned about the "adobo." It was NOT regular shoyu, garlic, bayleaf kind of adobo... but rather it was more of a dish called "white adobo." Take notice of the color in the picture. It had no shoyu taste, no garlic taste, and had ginger in it. The taste was like a less sweet version of sweet and sour pork. Wish it was advertised more as a "white adobo" rather than just "pork adobo" because when that's on the menu, my mind automatically goes to dark brown toyo adobo. Know what I mean? The loco moco was alright, patty was quite hard, but the eggs were done well. Gravy decent but needs to be thicker. The mac salad was awful. Service was pretty good. Didn't bother with dessert since we were pretty disappointed already.
Leets MelinohGoogle Maps
Recently
I went to take myself out on a lunch, and the staff was very friendly. They were quick with the service. The settings was chill. It can’t get busy and also the place is family friendly. It is wheelchair accessible. They have amazing prices and deals for the amount of food that they give you, it is well worth the price. I must say their pork adobo is amazing and the food that I have in these photos are just as amazing. It is definitely one of the best Filipino spots that I like eating at and I would say overall I spent about less than 100 bucks. They also have lots of parking And yes, they do have restrooms inside.
Rayna Marie Dela CruzGoogle Maps
Recently
Mahaloz to our super sweet waiter, Ariel! 🌺 Brought us out da Deluxe Halo Halo—Omggg it was our mission for da day 🙌 Still hungry after Zippy’s so my baby girl and I shared a Keiki Spaghetti with meatballs and French fries. Hoa, don’t skip out on da Halo Halo 🤤 da Okinawan sweet potato chunks were melt in your mouth kine toppings!! but yeah, we definitely coming back for da rest of da onolicious grindz—cuz that dessert menu looks dangerous! Insane kine eats and so thankful for the amazing service. All da way ohana vibes right here 💯💙
Shane ArakakiGoogle Maps
Recently
A friend posted about this place so we decided to try it out. First, service was excellent. We went for an early dinner and was seated immediately. Was told you can also make a reservation for parties of 6 or more. My wife decided on the pork adobo fried rice omelet with lechon kawali and I opted for the garlic chicken. Make note…the plates are huge! As soon as it came, we asked for containers so we could pack more than half away. The garlic chicken was crunchy with a nice garlic flavor. The lechon and fried rice was really good with a savory and acidic background. They also have fried ice cream which I’m gonna try on my next visit. We saw the table next to us order the prime rib and was told that’s what they’re known for. Will give an update review on that when we go again. Stop by and enjoy a meal at this locally owned restaurant.
Trestan NakamuraGoogle Maps
Recently
Tried out Tiano’s in Kunia, a Filipino-American spot, and had a solid dining experience! The interior is clean and inviting, and the A/C was just right. Service was awesome too, our server was super attentive and friendly, really made us feel welcome. For food, we got the Papa Lechon Kawali and the Rodeo BBQ Burger with Garlic Fries. The burger was on point, juicy, flavorful, and just what I was craving. The garlic fries could’ve used a bit more seasoning and maybe a little longer in the fryer for that extra crisp, but still tasty. The lechon kawali was good too, I personally wish it came out a little hotter, but my girlfriend loved it and said it hit the spot. And for the price, it was definitely a deal. Overall, good vibes, good food, and great service. We’ll definitely be back to try more of the menu!
S TGoogle Maps
Recently
One thing I'll have to say right off the bat, the decor doesn't match the food. Nice hole in the wall type place, if you know you know, nothing super fancy. But the service was great, one girl running the whole seating area that I noticed. The food that we chose was so delicious. Too much food, but would definitely come back and eat it again, or try something new. The prime rib was SO soft, the sauces were really good, the horse radish didn't have the usual kick that other places give. Lobster was so soft, it was t chewy at all. Butter if you want it, but it didn't really need it. So sweet and moist, not dry at all. Comes with mash potatoes, asparagus, and sauces. It looks like something you'd get at a high end restaurant. Also comes with side salad. The lechon was also really good, nice small bite size pieces, that were nice and crunchy. The flavor was so good, nice and vinegary, with all the usual flavors. So good. Comes with rice or as a side dish. The waitress was super nice, came to check on us, refills of drinks. Nothing bad to say about this place or their food. Won't comment on the cost since we ordered a market price plate.
M & E InfanteGoogle Maps
Recently
Best American, local and Filipino food. The food are cooked with great care to perfection no matter which plate you'll order. They are tasty, we'll-seasoned, beautiful presentation and the serving sizes are big enough to share. You can get the best bang for your buck here. The service is excellent, they make sure you are attended to and satisfied with your meal. I can honestly say that this is the place where I take my out of town quests and my go to restaurant as they never fail to deliver in service and yummy food.
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