Reviews for Keneke's Grill at Punaluu in Hauula, HI
*NOPE* I love off-beaten-path diners, drive-ins and dives, but this one drops from my list. This place is falling into decay... and needs a total makeover. It is a dirty, nasty place to eat. To start with, I shouldve taken a hint from the front road signthat had decayed from its hinges. Although my local friends warned me before eating there, I couldn't imagine it was such adump. There are roaches running around the floors and into the kitchen...... slumping floors, grit, grime, dirt, wet, moldy,stinky, ...the works. See pics. I don't need upscale, but it was tough for me to eat the food. Regardless, the food tastedgreat and I wish I had not seen the inside of the building because it ruined everything about the food. We had a large party andtried a little of everything - chicken, pork, beef, etc. The portions were large at around $18/plate to include thedrink. There are coconut trees, chickens and goats out back. Staff is friendly and no issues other than the dump that needs acomplete facelift. It is a bridge too far for me. Mahalo, Brian Hargis Local Guide Read more
Searched food places while by the kualoa ranch and found this place. The indoor dininf area needs some work but they do have... outside seating with a nice view. You get to eat surrounded by chicken, ducks, and goats The food was delicious. Bigportions Restroom available Read more
Really good authentic food, and large portions. Definitely run down and needs some TLC but would recommend if you are in the... mood for grilled, authentic meals. I took a pic of our left over teriyaki chicken ???? Read more
We hired Keneke's to cater our wedding. The day of they had excellent food and service. Leading up to the day of communication... was lacking a bit but they still get 5 stars because they were amazing when it mattered. Read more
Love the experience of eating here and the food options:) Theres a farm behind the restaurant and animals you can check out... while you are there. Read more
The food was great, especially the combo we had of coconut shrimp and the kalua pig plate. My sister got the bacon cheeseburger... and said the bacon was on the saltier side but she ate the whole thing :) The establishment could use a lot of TLC in thecleaning department ? it may be off putting to some. We opted to eat outdoors which was a fun experience with the free roaminggoats and chickens in the back. Worth a try! Read more
We started driving to just get lost & find some lunch and stumbled upon Keneke?s Grill. We ordered at the window and realized... out back had INCREDIBLE views and sat at the picnic tables- the woman from the front was so warm and welcoming, brought our foodout to us. There was a small mix up but they ended up bringing us extra fries & Mac salad. Overall, the food was so good and wegot to see a few animals and be immersed in the nature. We already want to go back, currently dreaming of the Teriyaki Chicken,Garlic Shrimp, Fries and Kalua Pork! We had great conversation with the woman and she gave us insight on things to do and more.Wish we got her name! Read more
Delicious food and great conversations. Two aspects of the island that go well together. I ordered Rice, Pork, Teriyaki Chicken,... and macaroni salad. It was delicious. The restaurant?s hours as displayed in Google Maps said they open at 1100; however, when Igot there at 1030, they were already open and their freshly cooked Kalua Pork was ready to serve. This is one spot I will bereturning to. Read more