Somewhat of a throwback, Chiko's Tavern is an out of the way hole in the wall that locals have been going to for over 40 years. It's a small bar that serves pupus (appetizers) and a place to come and sing karaoke.
The Spam musubi is grilled to caramelize the outside then topped with shoyu (soy sauce). The Spam tops a bed of rice and then wrapped in nori. This is a classic Hawaiian dish and one that is prepated well.
The kalbi ribs are marinated in shoyu, sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and then grilled. The kalbi ribs are cut thin and the marinade and char of the grill bring out a wonderful combination of sweet, salty and a little bit of spice from the ginger and some added chili.
The food is not gourmet by any means, but for the people of Hawaii, it's comfort food at its finest.
Chiko's Tavern
930 McCully St
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 949-5440
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Thank you for the nice review. Although currently closed due to a fire in September 2009, Chiko's is planning on re-openning in June 2010. Just a little correction tho, Chiko's Tavern was founded and established in February 2002.
Would like to invite you to visit us again as we are keeping everything good and making it great! Watch for our opening date and special events at www.chikostavern.com
mahalo
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