L&L Hawaiian Barbecue – American
This vibrant island escape brings the soulful tradition of the Hawaiian plate lunch to life, where the aroma of caramelized barbecue glazes and smoky kalua pork fills the air. Generous portions of sizzling short ribs and golden-fried katsu are paired with the essential comfort of creamy macaroni salad and steaming white rice, offering a hearty taste of aloha in every bite. It is a casual, sun-drenched retreat where the rich flavors of a Pacific paradise turn a simple meal into a celebratory island feast.
1, Curtner Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95125 +14082889839 https://www.hawaiianbarbecue.com/locations/curtner/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Dairy-Free at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kalua Pork with Cabbage, White or Brown Rice and Lau Lau Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kalua Pork with Cabbage and Lau Lau Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Shrimp, White or Brown Rice and Macaroni Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chicken Katsu, Garlic Shrimp and BBQ Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Shrimp and Half & Half Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kalua Pork with Cabbage, Garlic Shrimp and Half & Half Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including White or Brown Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Jose has 2 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White or Brown Rice and Macaroni Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Kalua Pork with Cabbage | 13.8 g | 28.2 g |
| BBQ Chicken Bowl | 124 g | 26.6 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Chicken Katsu | 3.2 g | 16 g |
| SPAM® Saimin | 21 g | 11.8 g |
| Fried Shrimp | 14.6 g | 10.4 g |
| BBQ Cheeseburger | 12.3 g | 9.4 g |
| Macaroni Salad | 15 g | 3.9 g |
| White or Brown Rice | 17.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Half & Half Combo | 1.4 g | 1.7 g |
| Pepsi | 5.6 g | 1.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Plate Lunches
Hawaii's iconic comfort food served with aloha.
- BBQ Mix - $1: Succulent beef, chicken, and short ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $1: Grilled boneless chicken marinated in savory, Hawaii-inspired barbecue sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu - $1: Tender pieces of deep-fried boneless chicken served with sweet & tangy katsu sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loco Moco - $1: Savory hamburger patties over rice, topped with brown gravy and 2 fresh fried eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Lau Lau Combo - $1: Slow-steamed pork shoulder wrapped in taro and ti leaves paired with Kalua Pork & Cabbage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half & Half Combo - $1: A combination of any two meat options Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Short Ribs - $1: Beef short ribs marinated in house barbecue sauce and grilled Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalua Pork with Cabbage - $1: Smoky, slowly-roasted shredded pork combined with fresh cabbage Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp - $1: Breaded and fried shrimp served with zesty tartar sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $1: Shell-on shrimp fried with a savory butter and garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls & Lighter Options
- BBQ Chicken Bowl - $1: Barbecue chicken served with steamed vegetables on a bed of rice Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lighter BBQ Chicken - $1: Barbecue chicken served with a scoop of brown rice and tossed green salad Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Soups
- BBQ Cheeseburger - $1: Ground beef patty with cheese and L&L House Special BBQ sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- SPAM® Saimin - $1: Noodle soup with SPAM®, kamaboko fishcake, and fresh green onion Available at: dinner, lunch
Snacks & Sides
- SPAM® Musubi - $1: Grilled SPAM® on rice wrapped in dried seaweed Available at: lunch
- White or Brown Rice - $1: Steamed rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni Salad - $1: Classic Hawaiian style macaroni salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Pepsi - $1: Soft drink
Frequently Asked Questions about L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
- Is L&L Hawaiian Barbecue dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kalua Pork with Cabbage, White or Brown Rice and Lau Lau Combo.
- What can I eat at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue on a dairy-free diet?
- Kalua Pork with Cabbage, White or Brown Rice and Lau Lau Combo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does L&L Hawaiian Barbecue have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including White or Brown Rice.
- Is L&L Hawaiian Barbecue gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue?
- BBQ Chicken, at roughly 37.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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