Where To Find Stellar Hawaiian Barbecue in Las Vegas

The Ninth Island serves up a whole lot of this Hawaiian dish

by Krista Diamond Updated Aug 2, 2019, 10:00am PDT

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by Krista Diamond Updated Aug 2, 2019, 10:00am PDT

Here’s a little secret. Hawaiian barbecue is really just meat swaddled in a teriyaki sauce. L&L Barbecue claims to have coined the term for that sweet-and-tangy reddish-brown sauce, generally made from shoyu (a soy sauce), sugar, garlic, and ginger and served on a scoop of white or brown rice. On the side, don’t expect corn on the cob, coleslaw, baked beans, or rolls. Instead it’s accompanied by a scoop of macaroni salad or tossed salad. None of it comes on fancy plates; think Styrofoam or aluminum foil instead. Las Vegas offers a hot bed of Hawaiian barbecue restaurants since it does have one of the highest populations of Hawaiians off the island. Here, a look at 14 places to pick up Hawaiian barbecue in Las Vegas.

Note, all are listed in alphabetical order. Is your favorite missing? Drop it in the comments.

Lulu Hawaiian BBQ

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Lulu Hawaiian BBQ offers a wide range of barbecue favorites including beef, chicken musubi, chicken saimin, and beef saimin. The restaurant even offers a low-carb barbecue plate with chicken, short ribs, and eggs.

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6512 N Decatur Blvd Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89131

(702) 784-0318

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#1 Hawaiian Barbecue

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This simply-named restaurant has three locations in Las Vegas. Diners can order barbecue sandwiches with fries or barbecue chicken and short ribs. #1 Hawaiian Barbecue also offers catering for those who’d like to bring a half-pan or full-pan of Hawaiian short ribs to the next cookout.

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5870 Losee Rd Ste 157, North Las Vegas, NV 89081

(702) 642-4600

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Kapuna Cafe

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Hawaiian fusion spot Kapuna Cafe serves full-sized and mini barbecue plates with short ribs, chicken, and teriyaki beef.

3231 N Decatur Blvd STE 122, Las Vegas, NV 89130

(702) 395-1400

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Suha Bites Sushiburrito & Hawaiian BBQ

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Suha Bites is more than just a place for diners to satisfy their sushi burrito cravings; it’s also a great option for Hawai‘ian barbecue. The restaurant specializes in combination plates for $12.50 that include a choice of two proteins with options such as chicken, beef, or short ribs. There are also teriyaki bowls and barbecue chicken or beef saimin.

1780 N Buffalo Dr #106, Las Vegas, NV 89128

(725) 605-3605

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Maui Rose Hawaiian BBQ

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Salmon teriyaki is a popular choice at this cozy Hawaiian spot. Diners can also order a Korean barbecue and short ribs combination plate, a chicken and Kalbi plate, and more with vegetables and steamed rice.

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6700 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89146

(702) 877-2123

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Pacific Island Taste

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Downtown adjacent Hawaiian barbecue destination Pacific Island Taste is a must for boneless barbecue chicken and a barbecue plate combination that includes teriyaki beef, kalbi, and chicken. For a hearty meal, diners can order a side of french fries with curry, teriyaki sauce, or gravy.

1428 East Charleston Boulevard At, Lafayette Square, Las Vegas, NV 89104

(702) 366-1109

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Island Style

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Korean fare meets Hawaiian flavor at Island Style, where diners can order teriyaki chicken, beef, or pork plus bulgogi and bibimbap. For those who dine in, the restaurant also includes rotating Korean side dishes.

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3909 W Sahara Ave #1, Las Vegas, NV 89102

(702) 871-1911

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Aloha Kitchen

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Combination plates at Aloha Kitchen include barbecue options such as chicken, pork, and beef. Diners who order the aloha plate can try both teriyaki chicken and beef plus chicken katsu.

2605 South Decatur Boulevard # 110 # 110, Las Vegas, NV 89102

(702) 364-0064

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Makai Pacific Island Grill

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This casual destination is great for takeout. The menu includes Hawaiian barbecue combinations that allow diners to choose from options such as chicken teriyaki, steak, and wings with sides that include salad, sweet corn, and garlic edamame.

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5165 S Fort Apache Rd Ste 150, Las Vegas, NV 89148

(702) 982-6200

Aloha Hawaiian BBQ

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The barbecue mixed combination platter at Aloha Hawaiian BBQ offers diners a sumptuous mix of short ribs, chicken, and beef. For a little bit of surf and turf aloha-style, diners can order a version that includes mahi mahi and fried shrimp.

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6475 S Pecos Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89120

(702) 458-2588

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Ohana Hawaiian BBQ

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Ohana Hawaiian BBQ has four locations in Las Vegas, all of which serve combination plates with protein options such as barbecue chicken, beef, short ribs, and pork. Diners love the restaurant’s pan-friend noodles with beef.

7435 S Eastern Ave Ste 107, Las Vegas, NV 89123

(702) 676-2098

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L & L Hawaiian Barbecue

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The kings of Hawaiian barbecue come from the 50th state and bring their teriyaki sauce to 14 locations across the Las Vegas valley. The chain claims it coined the phrase and serves a mix of Hawaiian barbecue beef, chicken, and short ribs.

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7320 S Rainbow Blvd Ste 104, Las Vegas, NV 89139

(702) 732-9898

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Island Flavor

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A carnivore’s dream, Island Flavor is known for generous portions of Hawaiian barbecue items including teriyaki chicken and steak. The aptly-named Monstah Mix plate allows diners to choose three proteins along with fresh greens, vegetables, french fries, or macaroni salad and steamed or fried rice.

8090 S Durango Dr #103, Las Vegas, NV 89113

(702) 876-2024

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Island Sushi & Grill

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Hawaiian barbecue lovers should keep an eye on Island Sushi & Grill’s social media, as the Henderson restaurant routinely announces weekly specials, which often include a Monday night barbecue mixed plate offering for $12.95. The regular menu includes teriyaki salmon, chicken, beef in both regular and mini portions.

9400 S Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89123

(702) 221-1600

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Suha Bites Sushiburrito & Hawaiian BBQ

Maui Rose Hawaiian BBQ

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