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Mahalo Hawaii BBQ & Chinese Food

4750 Almaden Expwy., Ste. F (Branham Ln.)
San Jose, CA 95118
408-269-8793
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A good spot for Chinese and mainly Hawaiian fare, especially the big-as-an-island Spam musubi.
Openings: Lunch & Dinner daily


Mahalo Hawaii BBQ & Chinese Food Restaurant Review:


"Mahalo" literally translates as "thank you," and Hawaiian fast-food fans will be thankful they visited this place for its portions and value. Located in a nondescript strip mall near a busy intersection, Mahalo is a good spot for such Island specialties as grilled Spam musubi, kalua pork, lau lau, poi and saimin noodles. Staying with the times, the restaurant also offers a low-carb plate with barbecued short ribs, beef and chicken accompanied by two eggs. Plates come with a scoop of macaroni salad and two scoops of rice. Hawaiian natives will be happy to find Pass-O-Guava juice (POG). Expect a full Chinese menu, too, including weekday lunch specials for under $8. Mahalo is especially good for takeout, and delivery is available.