Alohana Hawaiian Grill
- Neighborhood: Des Moines Metro
- 12931 University Ave.
- Clive, IA 50325
- 225-2279
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
Chicken Katsu served at Alohana Hawaiian Grill.
(Credit: Bill Neibergall/The Register)
Combining Aloha ('hello' in Hawaiian) and Ohana ('family' in Hawaiian), Alohana offers traditional Hawaiian barbecue in the heart of Iowa, and brings Hawaiian Island flavor to the mainland. Try their unique menu, which varies from Kalua pork with cabbage to Mahi Mahi to chicken Katsu curry, with a friend or a large party. They'll also cater your own luau or backyard barbecue.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- University Avenue and Clark Street.
- Parking:
- Free Lot
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-8 p.m. daily.
- Cuisine:
- Hawaiian, Barbecue, and Asian
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Dress Code:
- Anything Goes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar and Beer
- Smoking:
- No
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Area Classic and Bustling
- Live Music:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Features:
- Takeout/Carryout
- Average Drink Price:
- $3-$5
- Worth Noting:
- Food specialties: Chicken, seafood, beef and pork, cooked the traditional Hawaiian barbecue way.
- Payment Methods:
- Major Credit Cards and Cash
