L&L Hawaiian Barbecue – American
This vibrant eatery captures the laid-back spirit of the islands, where the air is thick with the savory-sweet aroma of caramelized teriyaki glaze and sizzling grills. Heaping plate lunches anchor the experience, featuring everything from golden, panko-crusted chicken katsu to smoky kalua pork that melts away alongside scoops of cool macaroni salad and white rice. It is a sun-drenched celebration of Hawaiian comfort food, offering a soulful taste of aloha that transports diners straight to a beachside surf shack.
3410, Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92154 +16194297988 https://www.hawaiianbarbecue.com/locations/palm/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, aip, renal, tlc, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Dairy-Free at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Diego has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including 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 Diego has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seafood Combo 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 Diego has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seafood Combo. 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 Diego has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including BBQ Mix Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Diego has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Regular Pineapple Chicken and Regular Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Diego has 7 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Regular Pineapple Chicken, Regular Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate and Regular Chicken Katsu Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Diego has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lau Lau Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in San Diego has 1 pescatarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seafood Combo. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Kalua Pork with Cabbage Plate | 19.5 g | 35.4 g |
| BBQ Chicken Bowl | 124 g | 26.6 g |
| BBQ Mix Plate | 10.2 g | 21.5 g |
| Seafood Combo | 83.4 g | 19.4 g |
| Regular Pineapple Chicken | 35.3 g | 17.5 g |
| Regular Garlic Chicken Plate | 12.8 g | 13.7 g |
| SPAM Saimin | 21 g | 11.8 g |
| Regular Curry Chicken Katsu Plate | 21.2 g | 11.3 g |
| Regular Chicken Katsu Plate | 5.7 g | 7.1 g |
| Regular Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate | 5.7 g | 7.1 g |
| Regular BBQ Beef Plate | 5.7 g | 7.1 g |
| Regular Kalbi Short Ribs Plate | 5.7 g | 7.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Island Platters
Traditional Hawaiian plate lunches served with rice and macaroni salad.
- Regular Chicken Katsu Plate - $17.99: Tender pieces of deep-fried boneless chicken served with sweet & tangy katsu sauce, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate - $17.99: Grilled boneless chicken marinated in savory Hawaii-inspired barbecue sauce, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular BBQ Beef Plate - $20.69: Grilled beef marinated in house barbecue sauce, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Pineapple Chicken - $18.59: Chicken and pineapple cooked in a sweet and spicy pineapple sauce, 2 scoops of steamed white rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Curry Chicken Katsu Plate - $18.59: Chicken katsu served with curry sauce, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Kalbi Short Ribs Plate - $20.99: Flavorful beef short ribs marinated in house barbecue sauce and grilled, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Garlic Chicken Plate - $18.59: Chicken fried with savory butter and garlic sauce, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Regular Kalua Pork with Cabbage Plate - $17.99: Smoky, slowly-roasted shredded pork combined with fresh cabbage, 2 scoops of white or brown rice, and 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Chicken Katsu Plate - $15.99: 1 scoop of white or brown rice, 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Grilled BBQ Chicken Plate - $15.99: 1 scoop of white or brown rice, 1 scoop of macaroni salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
Combo Platters
- BBQ Mix Plate - $20.99: A combination of succulent beef, chicken, and short ribs. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Combo - $20.99: A variety of fried seafood favorites. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lau Lau Combo - $17.99: 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
Hawaiian BBQ Bowls
- BBQ Chicken Bowl - $13.99: Signature barbecue chicken served with steamed vegetables on a bed of rice. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Beef Bowl - $14.99: Barbecue beef served over a bed of rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
Local Favorites
- Loco Moco - $17.99: Savory hamburger patties over rice, topped with brown gravy and 2 fresh fried eggs. Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Spam Musubi - $4.69: A slice of grilled SPAM on rice, wrapped in dried seaweed. Available at: lunch
- SPAM Saimin - $12.99: Noodle soup unique to Hawaii, served with SPAM, kamaboko fishcake, and fresh green onion. Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Hawaiian Sun - $3.19: Assorted tropical fruit juices.
- Bottled Soda - $3.99: Assorted carbonated soft drinks.
- Bottled Water - $2.75: Purified water.
Frequently Asked Questions about L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
- Is L&L Hawaiian Barbecue dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lau Lau Combo.
- What can I eat at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue on a dairy-free diet?
- Lau Lau Combo carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- 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?
- Regular Kalua Pork with Cabbage Plate, at roughly 35.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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