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Family restaurant in Aiea, HI
What should I order at Forty Niner Restaurant?
What to order
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Loco Moco
One of the most frequently praised items, mentioned in several versions like Da Hash Loco Moco, Forty Niner Loco Moco, and Da Original Loco Moco. Reviewers consistently said it was delicious, filling, and came with hearty portions.
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Taro Sweetbread French Toast
Called delicious and especially liked for being light with a citrus note from the lilikoi butter and whipped cream. It stood out as a memorable breakfast choice.
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49er Breakfast Burrito
Recommended because it was described as huge, beautiful, delicious, and incredibly filling, making it a strong value breakfast item.
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Chorizo Hash
Praised for being so delicious and served with dirty sauce, which one reviewer called spicy yumyum. It was also part of a meal that left everyone very satisfied.
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Mac Nut Pancakes
Mentioned as amazing and part of a very filling breakfast. Reviewers highlighted the great taste and value.
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Chicken And Waffles
Recommended because the chicken was described as crunchy and juicy, and the whole plate was said to be delicious.
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Fried Saimin With Garlic Chicken
Specifically called a must try and described as incredible, making it one of the standout lunch items.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 2 PM |
About Forty Niner Restaurant
This simple kitchen serves down-home local chow from saimin & garlic chicken to burgers & pancakes.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Forty Niner Restaurant known for?
It is best known for loco moco, especially the Da Original Loco Moco and Da Hash Loco Moco, which reviewers describe as filling and flavorful. People also call out the garlic chicken and saimin as local favorites, and the restaurant is known for serving Hawaiian-style comfort food at a reasonable price.
What dishes are most recommended at Forty Niner Restaurant?
Reviewers most often recommend the loco moco, garlic chicken, chicken and waffles, ube waffles, taro sweetbread French toast, and the 49er breakfast burrito. The breakfast plates are repeatedly described as huge and filling, and several diners mention the pancakes, chorizo hash, and adobo omelette as standouts too.
What is the atmosphere like at Forty Niner Restaurant?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and historic, with a small local-spot feel and both indoor and outdoor seating in the back. It works well for groups and solo diners, and reviewers often mention that it feels like a classic neighborhood restaurant rather than a chain.
Is Forty Niner Restaurant good value?
Yes, reviewers consistently say the prices are fair for the portion sizes, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. Many comments mention that the plates are huge and very filling, with one review noting a full meal for two came to about $21, which supports the value reputation.
What should I know about seating and wait times at Forty Niner Restaurant?
Outdoor seating is a big part of the experience, and several reviews say food comes out fast, sometimes ready by the time guests walk back inside after ordering. It is often busy but still manageable, and most reviewers mention easy parking in the back or nearby, which helps for a quick breakfast or lunch stop.
Is parking available at Forty Niner Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Forty Niner Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Forty Niner Restaurant is good for kids.
