Brennan O
I had been wanting to go to this establishment for a while since I’d passed it in my car, and it looked like a great local place to eat. I was not disappointed!
My family and I split the Lunch Special, which includes two cheeseburgers and a drink for a very good price.
I was surprised to find out that Keneke’s Grill is actually an extension of a farm that operates behind the restaurant premises. My family and I, especially my son, appreciated the goats in the backyard.
The food was good and had great prices. The staff were very kind to us, especially my son. The atmosphere is fantastic, embodying an old-school-diner spirit on the inside of the building and functioning as a family farm on the outside. The business also appears to be owned by a Christian family, and they sell organic food. What more can you ask for? My only gripe is that they ran out of the goat-milk soap they sell!
… moreMike Guymon
Driving by and saw a Tour Bus out front so figured it had to be good.
This may not be for everyone as it is a farm with a restaurant and ” Chicks and ducks….scurry” around the outside dining tables. Didn’t see any goats but the sign says they can’t be trusted. I like critters so it enhanced the experience.
The good news is that the Hawaiian BBQ chicken breasts were the best I have ever tasted. Not tangy but perfectly sweet, complex and delicious. Rice was fantastic and the Hawaiian macaroni salad was a perfect match. The serving size is humongous 3 meals worth for me. It would take a big man to eat it all in one sitting. I know you guys are out there, but the rest of us will leave with a doggie bag.
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… moreNatalie Broders
By far the best service we received on the island was at Keneke’s. I didn’t catch her name but she was so kind, thoughtful, and welcoming to my family. Truly just above and beyond. No one else treated us with such kindness the entire trip. The food of course was INCREDIBLE! The kalua pig plate lunch is my favorite, we also had bbq chicken and shrimp plates. 10/10
… moreDavina Sanders
Keneke’s Grill in Punaluu is an adorable, unpretentious local eatery with an island country charm. It’s a local favorite sincethe 1980s. Many locals are familiar with Keneke’s in Waimanalo, and so the Punaluu restaurant is one in the same. We enjoyed the relaxed wholesome atmosphere , the delicious food, and the wonderful service from our server Fish (honestly, that’s his name). We ordered the Delux cheeseburger special and the Big Red plate special with a side of large garlic fries Yummy Their food servings are really generous. A choice place for local plate lunches and more.
… moreAndrew Kryshak
This was by far one of the best meals I had on O’ahu. The pork was amazing, but the real star of the meal was the fish. It’s a really nice place, everyone was friendly, and most importantly the food was delicious.
… moreJaklyn Nunga
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 the cleaning department — it may be off putting to some. We opted to eat outdoors which was a fun experience with the free roaming goats and chickens in the back. Worth a try!
… moreM Gomez
Was a little skeptical when we walked in the place. Could definitely use some renovation. Prices are cheap for Hawaii. Food was great. One of the few places I ate with the local cuisine. Plenty of options. Food seem to be fresh in flavorful
… moreKK
The food was very good much better than the shrimp shack down the road ! The place looks a little shabby but the food is excellent which is what counts . It’s a local farm and they have goats in the back . They sell homemade goat soap as well.
… moreSlick Reads
This is our third visit to Oahu and every time Kenekes is a must eat (sometimes more than once). It’s not fancy just good food at a reasonable price and super friendly people. Every time we’ve been welcomed and the food it amazing. I had the garlic shrimp (came with more than I could eat). Hubby got the combo plate kaluha pork and teriyaki chicken both he enjoyed very much and again too much to eat. Well worth the drive or a stop if you are traveling from the east to the north side or reverse. And since I’ve seen it mentioned in reviews yes there are flies, it’s open air and pretty much everywhere you eat open air in Hawaii has flies. If you don’t like them get it to go.
… moreGeorge Palmer
Very good beef teriyaki and garlic chicken. Both served with rice and a small pineapple slice. Free drinks with the special. Outside and inside seating. The outside seating in back is shared with chickens and ducks. Inside a corral were sheep and large turkeys. Chocolate ice cream with macadamia nuts and vanilla ice cream were good.
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