About - Kaaloa's Super J's
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Amenities and More
Offerings
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
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J and her mom do an excellent job making fresh, tasty food! My wife and I came back twice during our honeymoon trip. The salmon-tomato mixture and the pork that just fell apart was so good! It truly feels like you’re entering a family’s space - where the food is storied and stands the test of time. We traveled the whole island and nothing came close to J’s quality of food. We’ll be back and we recommend everyone to go!
What can I say about Super J's that hasn't already been said. In my humble opinion, this is one of the greatest restaurants in America. That they don't have a Michelin Star is a testament to the truth that Michelin Stars are not true markers of greatness. I have worked in restaurants throughout the Mainland. I've eaten food in many different countries. I have never felt the Joy that I felt having the two plate special with Pork Lau Lau and Kalua Pork, with the Mango Cake and a can of Orange Passion Fruit Juice. Just truly amazing. If you visit the Big Island, this is a must stop. The hospitality of the team that is making the food, as well as the quality of the ingredients and artful mastery of recipes... all I can say is Mahalo Nui!
On a local’s recommendation, we came by for authentic Hawaiian fare, and we were not disappointed. From the moment we stepped up to the counter, we were greeted by one of the J’s in the most warm and welcoming manner than ever. She was so nice and patient in explaining all the different sauces they offer and how to use them. The two of us did what many do: we split a 3 combo plate, and had a chicken laulau, pork laulau, and the kalua pig and cabbage. We probably go against the grain of others’ reviews, but we liked the chicken laulau the best, then the pork/cabbage, then the pork laulau. Don’t get us wrong, they were all EXCELLENT, and we are glad we ordered what we did. The seating is family style, and when we arrived it was pretty crowded so we had to politely hover to get a couple of seats to share our plate. On the tables, they have utensils, napkins, share plates, and sauces. Each dining group didn’t have their own set of sauces — those were shared across the entire family style table, so you have to be a little bold to ask your dining neighbors for a sauce that you want. The homemade teriyaki was an excellent addition to all the dishes, and the macaroni salad side was also yummy. For two people, at $22 this was a great deal for a great meal and overall experience. We were quite full at the end.