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L&L Hawaiian BBQ - Waco

Experience the best Hawaiian food in Waco with authentic plate lunches, big flavors, and the spirit of aloha.

Authentic Hawaiian BBQ in Downtown Waco

L&L Hawaiian BBQ serves the best Hawaiian food in Waco, TX, offering a delicious fusion of Asian and American flavors in the heart of downtown. Located near the Dr. Pepper Museum and the Silos, we specialize in authentic plate lunches featuring our famous chicken katsu, teriyaki chicken, and savory kalbi Korean short ribs. Whether you are looking for a quick lunch downtown, a refreshing boba, or professional catering for your next event, our family-owned restaurant provides big plates and bold flavors that bring a true taste of paradise to Central Texas.

A Tradition of Aloha and Big Plates

Large plate lunch at L&L Hawaiian BBQ in Waco featuring chicken katsu, rice, and macaroni salad.

From Kalihi, HI

to the Heart of Texas

For over 70 years, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has been a staple of island comfort food. What started in a small shop in Kalihi has grown into a global favorite, and we are proud to bring that same authentic experience to Waco. Our menu is built on the traditional "Plate Lunch"—the quintessential Hawaiian meal consisting of two scoops of white rice, one scoop of our signature macaroni salad, and a hearty portion of protein.

Guests choose us because we don't skip on quality or portion size. Whether you're craving our crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside chicken katsu or our perfectly marinated teriyaki chicken, every bite is crafted with care. We serve our Waco community with the same warmth that first made L&L a success, providing a welcoming spot for Baylor students, locals, and tourists exploring the downtown area.

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Local Favorites & Island Staples

Why We Are a Waco Favorite

Iconic Island Flavors

Craving authentic Hawaiian food? Our menu features the best chicken katsu in Waco, bbq teriyaki chicken, kalua pork, and many other local favorites. Don't forget to pair your meal with a refreshing boba milktea or try a Spam Musubi, the iconic island snack.

Lunch in Downtown Waco

Located just blocks from the Dr. Pepper Museum and the Magnolia Silos, we are the perfect destination for a lunch downtown. We offer quick service without sacrificing flavor, making us a top choice for hungry travelers and locals alike.

Baylor & Local Support

As a locally owned, Islander-owned small business, we understand the value of community. We grateful for our Baylor University & higher education guests. We're proud to be involved in community organizations like the Asian Leaders Network and feed many more.

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A little something for yourself, a meal for two, or enough to feed the whole crew! 🌺🤙 Big plates, bold flavors, and plenty to share. Whether it's a quick bite, a family dinner, or catering for 100+ guests, we've got yall covered! Whatever the occasion, we're happy to help you feed your ohana. ❤️ 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoEats #WacoFoodies #WacoCatering #DowntownWaco #WacoRestaurantsSometimes you just gotta treat yourself to the shrimp. 🍤🤤 We love a good Spam or Teri Chicken Fried Rice, but some days call for a little something indulgent. Juicy garlic butter shrimp, plenty of garlicky goodness, and classic fried rice fresh from the wok. 🔥 Whether it’s been a long day, you’re celebrating a little win, or you just feel like eating something good, you don’t always need a special occasion to treat yourself. 🤙 So next time you’re deciding between Spam, Teri Chicken, or Garlic Shrimp, maybe go for the shrimp. You’ve earned it. 🙌 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoEats #WacoFoodies #DowntownWaco #WacoRestaurants #HawaiianFoodFrom one small shop in to over 240 locations around the world 🌺 L&L has come a long way since 1952, and we’re proud to be a small part of that story here in Waco. For us, it’s about keeping real to those roots, sharing authentic island flavors and traditions, while introducing more people to the food we grew up knowing and loving. Whether you’ve been eating L&L for years or just discovered us in Waco, we’re happy you’re here. ❤️ Mahalo for letting us share a little piece of Hawaii with yall! 🤙 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoTX #WacoEats #DowntownWaco #HawaiianFood #WacoLocalSpicy Katsu is one of those things, once you try it, you’re hooked. 😋🔥 You already have all the clsssics- crispy juicy katsu, rice, mac salad, and your choice of sauce. The spicy seasoning just adds a little extra heat and a lot more flavor. Then paired with our curry sauce, it’s 🔥🔥🔥🤯🤯🤯 We say it’s a 3/10 on the spicy scale, so it is not crazy hot. It has a tone of other seasonings and enough kick to make your mouth water. 🌶️🥵 Dip it with curry sauce, the classic katsu sauce, or your choice of our many sauces! If you haven’t tried it yet, you need too!! ‼️‼️ 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #lnlbbqwaco #wacotx #hawaiianbbq #chickenkatsu #spicykatsuOne of our favorite parts of being a local restaurant is getting to feed the community around us. 🌺 This time, that meant feeding 150 people at Truett Seminary for their orientation! Teri Chicken, Teri Beef, Kalua Pork & Cabbage, and plenty of rice, mac and more to welcome everyone in. 🤙 We’ve gotten to be part of so many Waco gatherings over the years, and it never gets old seeing our food on the table while people meet, connect, and start something new together. Thank you to Truett Seminary for letting us be a small part of their welcome. ❤️ We’re grateful to call Waco home and to keep feeding the people who make this community what it is. 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoTX #WacoLocal #WacoEats #WacoCatering #BaylorUniversity DowntownWacoTCG Trade Night is back October 10! 🎴🔥 Every trade night has brought more cards, more collectors, and more new faces, and we’re excited to keep it going with @hittz.tcg and @dfw_card_show ! 🤙 Bring your binders, your latest trades, and your playing crew for a Friday night of trading, casual play, giveaways, and good food. Pokémon, One Piece, Yu Gi Oh!, Magic, Lorcana and all TCGs are welcome, whether you’ve been collecting for years or you’re just getting started. 📅 Saturday, October 10 ⏰ 6 to 10 PM 🎟️ FREE entry 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages + all TCGs welcome Come hungry, bring some cards, and keep the trades going. 🌺 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍 Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoTX #WacoEvents #WacoTCG #PokemonTCG #TradingCards WacoLocal DowntownWacoSome days you just need a whole plate of fried rice 😮‍💨🍚 Our chicken fried rice is a classic for those meals that have to hit. Fresh off the wok, made to order, and a full meal own its own, with flavorful bites of the same BBQ Teriyaki Chicken yall love from our plates. Comforting and filling, perfect before a good nights rest 😴😴 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoTX #WacoEats #WacoFoodies #WacoRestaurants #DowntownWacoReviews like these are so personal for us! 🤙 When Jonny reopened L&L Waco, he knew some of our guests would be his own family, friends, and other locals from Hawaii who grew up eating this food. They’d know what it was supposed to taste like and have high standards. But he also knew that for many people in Waco, we might be their very first introduction to Hawaiian food. We feel a responsibility in both. We want the people from back home to be proud of what we serve, and the people trying Hawaiian food for the first time to experience it at its best. That’s why comments and reviews like these mean so much to us 💛 When someone tells us we’re the best Hawaiian food they’ve had, or the best L&L they’ve tried in Texas, we’re proud to be recognized for the standard we hold ourselves to. For us, serving Hawaiian food here in Waco means more than just food!🤙 We’re proud of our roots, and really grateful Waco has embraced them too. Mahalo for all the love! 🌺 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📲 254-296-4516 #WacoTX #WacoEats #WacoFoodies #WacoRestaurants #DowntownWacoWaiting on the weather to catch up with my cravings 🍂 Loco Moco is Hawaiian comfort food at its best 🤎 A warm bed of rice topped with juicy hamburger patties, eggs with the perfect runny yolk, all covered with rich brown gravy. Savory and hearty, Loco Moco has that home cooked, heart-warming kind of comfort, even if it’s not even cool outside yet! 🍳 With football back and fall weather getting closer, comfort food season is officially here in Waco. 💚💛🏈 How does Loco Moco rank in your fav L&L plates? 🌺 L&L Hawaiian BBQ 🍽️ Big Plates 💥 Bold Flavors 📜 Since 1952 📍Downtown Waco 📲 254-296-4516
Large catering trays of Hawaiian BBQ meats and sides for an event in Waco

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Bring the Aloha to Your Next Event

Let L&L Hawaiian BBQ handle the food for your next gathering with our professional catering services. We specialize in catering for events of all sizes across Waco and can provide both buffet-styl pans or inidividual mesls. We are regular caterers for Baylor University and TSTC groups, office lunches, and family celebrations. Our catering menu is designed to be protein-focused and filling. Whether you need catering for a wedding or a luau-themed corporate lunch, we work with your budget to provide a flavorful, stress-free experience. 

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Visit Our Downtown Waco Restaurant

Near the Dr. Pepper Museum & Silos

Downtown Waco

300 S 6th St., Suite E
Waco, TX 76701

(254) 296-4516

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Monday - Thursday: 11 am to 9 pm
Friday - Saturday: 11 am to 10 pm
Sunday: 11 am to 9 pm
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