L&L Hawaiian Barbecue – American
The vibrant spirit of the islands comes alive through the sizzle of the grill and the sweet, smoky aroma of teriyaki-marinated meats. Heaping plate lunches anchor the experience, pairing crispy golden katsu or tender, slow-roasted kalua pork with the essential scoops of white rice and creamy macaroni salad. From the savory richness of gravy-smothered loco moco to the crunch of garlic shrimp, every dish offers a generous, comforting taste of authentic Hawaiian hospitality.
5353, Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA, 95118 +14082669888 https://www.hawaiianbarbecue.com/locations/almaden/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, 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 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Lau Lau Combo and Macaroni Salad. 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 Lau Lau Combo and Kalua Pork with Cabbage. 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 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Macaroni Salad and Brown Rice. 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 Garlic Shrimp, BBQ Chicken and Chicken Katsu. 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 Half & Half Combo and Garlic Shrimp. 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 Half & Half Combo, Garlic Shrimp and Kalua Pork with Cabbage. 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 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice and 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 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Macaroni Salad and Brown Rice. 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 |
| Brown Rice | 61.1 g | 5.7 g |
| Macaroni Salad | 15 g | 3.9 g |
| White Rice | 55.5 g | 1.9 g |
| Half & Half Combo | 1.4 g | 1.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Menu
Plate Lunches
Traditional Hawaiian plate lunches served with rice and macaroni salad.
- BBQ Mix - $1: A combination of 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 signature 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 and 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 and 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
Sides and Snacks
- SPAM® Musubi - $1: Grilled SPAM® on rice wrapped in dried seaweed. Available at: lunch
- White Rice - $1: Steamed white rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice - $1: Steamed brown 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, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni Salad - $1: 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: Add a Pepsi to any regular plate lunch.
Frequently Asked Questions about L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
- Is L&L Hawaiian Barbecue dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Lau Lau Combo and Macaroni Salad.
- What can I eat at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue on a dairy-free diet?
- White Rice, Lau Lau Combo and Macaroni Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 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. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including White Rice and 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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