Hidden Food Gems In An Industrial Park

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  • @lihingmuiboi
    @lihingmuiboi Рік тому +5

    Hi Misty, after watching your video I checked out Sweet Corner Cafe and it did not dissapoint! Unfortnately they ran out of chicken so couldn’t try the chicken and waffles. But I got the Gyoza with noodles, Spring rolls with salad, and a tart. All of it is ono and I want to go back for more. Mahalo for sharing this amazing restaurant.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much for taking time out of your day to actually go and try their food! I am so glad you enjoyed the dishes that you picked. I hope they do well because I thought the food was worth coming back for again! Thank you for watching my channel. Have a great week.🤙

    • @lihingmuiboi
      @lihingmuiboi Рік тому +1

      ⁠@@FoodFiendThank you for making these awesome videos🤙

  • @1fingolfin
    @1fingolfin Рік тому +8

    Thank you for stopping by my restaurant suggestion, Sweet Corner Cafe.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +4

      Mahalo for your suggestion! We loved it so much we'd definitely come back!

    • @Vince_F
      @Vince_F Рік тому +2

      👍🏽‼️

  • @SpotGoesHawaii
    @SpotGoesHawaii Рік тому +1

    I don't know what is more impressive: The spare ribs or the fact you could find these places. Everything looks so good.

  • @Zunorichi01
    @Zunorichi01 6 місяців тому +1

    Sweet Corner cafe is great. I’ve had nearly everything on their menu and I have not been disappointed

  • @MarkFromHawaii
    @MarkFromHawaii Рік тому +5

    This is awesome Misty! I live just below Camp Smith and haven't heard of Sweet Corner Cafe or Bombuchaz Lunchwagon. Maybe I'll try Sweet Corner Cafe this Sunday. I used to frequent Heights Drive In so I remember the Heights Special. Ani's lilikoi butter filled rolls are bomb! My wife likes their pastrami sandwich. How about Ige's in Halawa Industrial? They're only open 6-1 weekdays.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +2

      Aw I didn't know there was Ige's in Halawa. If I go it is the other one in Aiea behind Cutter Ford. Good to know!

    • @MarkFromHawaii
      @MarkFromHawaii Рік тому +1

      I checked Yelp and it seems since the pandemic Ige’s Halawa only does catering and bake sales.

  • @gailsiangco5599
    @gailsiangco5599 Рік тому +2

    Misty you are definitely finding those hidden Gems in Hawaii ! Mahalo for sharing ! Awesome sharing their delicious foods ! I Love good egg tarts ! Wow! gimme some of that chocolate croissant ! Onolicious !

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Mahalo Gail! Yes to the tarts and croissant!

  • @valerieneal2747
    @valerieneal2747 5 місяців тому +1

    All of this looks so wonderfully delicious 🎉

  • @titasmom678
    @titasmom678 Рік тому +4

    Dang. I usually only go to Halawa for Ani's Bakery, but I want to check this place out for sure. Good thing I don't have claustrophobia getting to that Cafe! Lol. But the food looked fantastic! I made those Portuguese egg tarts, and they are so labor intensive!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Yes the food was wonderful. I made the tarts once from a cookbook I bought in Portugal and once was enough! It is hard work!

  • @MarkFromHawaii
    @MarkFromHawaii Рік тому +1

    Well now, I did in fact check out Sweet Corner Cafe Sunday night. Chelsea is so sweet! At night, Halawa Valley Road can be a bit spooky but I was able to find the place without much of a problem. Tried the ribs with fried rice, tofu poke bowl, a couple of their dan tans (custard tarts), and got an iced vanilla latte for my wife. Everything as you said, Misty. Delicious! And like I said, Chelsea is so sweet. I hope they make it in Halawa.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Yes Chelsea is so nice! I'm so happy you went out of your way to go there and try it. Also I'm happy you enjoyed her food. I really think their food stands out and I hope they make it too!

  • @michellejosefoodandtravel
    @michellejosefoodandtravel Рік тому +2

    Wow Misty!! Everything looked delicious. Sweet Corner Cafe looks like such a cute little spot and the chocolate croissant was a nice way to top off the meal. Bombuchaz Lunchwagon definitely has good portions with affordable prices. We’ve heard about Ani’s Bake Shop but didn’t have time to stop by. Sooooo many places such little time and stomach space!! Loved the video as always. Mahalo for taking us along another tasty adventure!!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +2

      I know so many places! I think I gained 3 lbs from eating all that food. So good though 🤤 Thanks for watching Michelle and Jose! 😊🤙

  • @alant.541
    @alant.541 Рік тому +2

    Wow! Some of those hidden gems are really hidden. Halawa serves some really delicious food. I've never had baked spaghetti, and I'm old as dirt. Ani's looked awesome. Have a great weekend!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Aw you should try baked spaghetti. As Aunty Marialani would say, "Ono you know!" 🤣

  • @urs-
    @urs- Рік тому +2

    Thanks!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Oh my goodness! No need! But thank you very much for your kind donation. It will go back to another restaurant in the future. Have a great day and take care! 🤙🙏

    • @urs-
      @urs- Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend. You take care too, Misty. We appreciate you 🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @ripleylv426.
    @ripleylv426. Рік тому +1

    Sweet Corner Cafe, so hidden, almost feel like i need a password to enter..."Password?"..."I-like-eat!" 😎. Would never have found it without your highlighting it and the community's coconut wireless 🤙! Chicken and waffles with syrup and hot sauce looked amazing 👍. Love school cafeteria style baked spaghetti, just got some from Don Quiote yesterday!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      LOL yes it does seem like a place where you need a password. You're password is hilarious. I didn't know DQ had baked spaghetti!

  • @jansmith3158
    @jansmith3158 Рік тому +2

    Amazing you found this place.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Thanks to the viewers suggestions!

  • @iREK4Ni
    @iREK4Ni Рік тому +1

    school spaghetti back in the day was the best and that spaghetti looks exactly how I remembered it. I need to try

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Yay I'm glad you agree. That was one of my favorite lunches. 😊

  • @moomoopuppy508
    @moomoopuppy508 Рік тому +2

    I miss Hawaii. I used to live in Pearl Harbor Base as a kid. My cousins used to live in Old Ewa (Banana Camp). They now live in Kapolei. I've never been to that part of Aiea. I wish I had some old-school manapua man "fried noodle and pork hash" in the wax paper bags. Whenever anybody goes to Oahu, they make sure to bring back coconut turnovers from Leeward Drive-Inn

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Yes manapua man noodles are yum. Unfortunately they don't give wax paper bags anymore. Most are in plastic bags or in a container.

    • @moomoopuppy508
      @moomoopuppy508 Рік тому +1

      Subscribed!@@FoodFiend

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      @@moomoopuppy508 Thanks so much. There is a manapua man video I did a couple of months ago somewhere in my collection of videos if you're interested. 🤙

    • @moomoopuppy508
      @moomoopuppy508 Рік тому +1

      I'll be sure to watch it. I live in California now and I'm sure to keep an eye out for all the recognizable spots (Pearlridge, Aloha Stadium, etc.) and freeway exits in your videos. A trip back to visit my aunt, uncle, and cousins is long overdue@@FoodFiend

  • @pikakerose
    @pikakerose Рік тому +1

    thank u for showing us these halawa gems i havnt tried these places only have gone to iges n olay thai

  • @SeanKaleponi
    @SeanKaleponi Рік тому

    Aloha Misty!! Wow, Halawa finds all look great. I was already sold at the first stop with Sweet Corner Cafe and the Big Ziploc Bag like Matcha, with the Chicken and Mochi looking Waffles and croissants. Wheww.. and glad youre doing the long format. I think the older crowd likes it. We appreciate you showing all 3 places. Def wanna try Ani's and see how it compares to some places in Kaneohe. Mahalo got another great review 🤙👍😋

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Mahalo Sean! I dobt mind doing long format but usually I don't have time to. Plus eating so much makes me fat 🤣 I think you'd love Sweet Corner Cafe and Ani's since you have a sweet tooth! 🙃

  • @paulafriedmanalohafrommaryland

    you find the most interesting places serving what looks like very delicious food!

  • @roythousand13
    @roythousand13 Рік тому +2

    The food looks delicious!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +3

      It was really great! Especially Sweet Corner Cafe.

  • @jimicrack29
    @jimicrack29 Рік тому

    greetings misty thank you for posting this video such a treat to watch sad i moved to north west florida to take care of my mom wish i could have tried all the places you mentioned be safe an i will be watching more of your post. stay safe there. ive been living there oahu for 38 years i do miss hawaii soooooo much!!!!!! :-(

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Hi jimicrack29! I'm sorry you had to move. But you're a good son for doing it to take care of your mom. Maybe one day you can come back and visit. Take care and have a great week ahead! 😊

  • @briany.5328
    @briany.5328 Рік тому +2

    I've been searching and sampling noodles from all over the island trying to find anything as good as the Heights. So when u mentioned some ppl said the noodles from Bombuchaz was as good that really piqued my interest. Def gonna try it.
    I also loved school lunch baked spaghetti. For some reason not even the cheesiest, freshly baked, hot n steamy, fresh out the pan baked spaghetti beats that room temperatured, dry, condensed, solid scoop of school lunch baked spaghetti. With all your friends sitting around u asking "u going eat your bread?" 😂😅

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Lol I was the one that gave away my bread because for some reason the rolls at my school tasted junk and had a strong yeast smell. But you can't have my spaghetti! 🤣 I never got the chance to try the Heights so I'd love to hear your thoughts.

    • @briany.5328
      @briany.5328 Рік тому

      OMG Their noodles really is almost like the Heights. I went there today (Wed) so I could get the Wed special baked spaghetti also, which was also really good. But my family and I loved the noodles so much they're making me go again to get more on Friday. 😆
      I'm so glad u reviewed this place bcuz now I finally found a replacement for the Heights noodles.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      @@briany.5328 yay I'm so glad to hear this! Thanks for actually going out of your way to eat there! Have a great week!

  • @brianhirose8866
    @brianhirose8866 Рік тому +1

    Mmmm that chicken looked awesome! Amazing you found this place! Great job as usual Misty! Ooh and Ani’s!

  • @urs-
    @urs- Рік тому

    We use to go to Ani’s in the late 90’s. My fave was a breakfast pastry thing. Was so long ago, I forget what it was called. All I remember was everything was delicious!!! Good to see they’re still there. Yeah, their buns are the best!! Shucks…I could go for some with my coffee right now. lol
    Sweet Corner Cafe is not an easy find unless you know it’s there, so mahalo for taking us. Love that hey have vegan options.
    Halawa definately got some good grinds 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Urs! Yes Ani's is so good. I like everything from there. Was the one you had the "horn" pastry? Have a great weekend!

    • @urs-
      @urs- Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend ….Hi Misty, The ‘horn’ pastry doesn’t sound familiar. But then again, I’m in my 60’s now. 😂 I wanna say it was like a danish with an egg, bacon and cheese on it. Sweet and salty!! Yummmmmm

  • @nutbug
    @nutbug Рік тому +1

    Thank you for another great video, really appreciate all the time you put into sharing these great food finds! I picked up a box of Portuguese Custard Tarts in Costco the other day and they look identical to the one you featured down to the foil it sits in. The box contains 12 and the crust is super flakey- it's identical to the one in the video. Husband and I love to try your finds and suggestions, thanks again ❤

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching! And wow now you can get tarts from Costco? That's awesome!

    • @carolpohina3798
      @carolpohina3798 Рік тому

      @nutbug, Can you please tell me which costco? I looked all over the Kapolei one. Nothing😢

    • @nutbug
      @nutbug Рік тому +1

      @@carolpohina3798 We live in Ewa Beach and shop at the Kapolei Costco, found them there last weekend, I get excited when I see new items lol. They were in the 1st freezer aisle where the ice cream is stocked. I'm hoping Costco will keep it as a regular item 👍 If I spot it again I will send you a message! Also Costco Customer Service can tell you when and where they will receive another shipment of a certain product🙌

    • @carolpohina3798
      @carolpohina3798 Рік тому

      Mahalo, I will keep going back and look

  • @clydekaneshiro5250
    @clydekaneshiro5250 Рік тому +1

    Sweet corner cafe quite a hidden gem and definitely a hole in the wall wow!😊

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Yes! It really impressed me. 😊

  • @miketuggle9273
    @miketuggle9273 Рік тому +3

    I sure need to find an excuse to get to Hawaii. I am off to Germany again, and Switzerland too. I know there has got to be some medical device companies that make aesthetic products there in Hawaii. C'mon, be a pal, I know you have seen some. I can arrange a business deal with my company to buy it out and then I can come to Hawaii on business. Oh, the Poke, Hawaiian BBQ, sweet potato pie, and all the rest I could finally get some grindage on. Be a pal. lol. I'll be sure to send pics of Switzerland and any new pics of Germany (and the beer!!!!). lol. Have a good weekend.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      I'm not sure about anything in the medical field here but I'm sure there's got to be someplace. Enjoy going back to Europe. Can't wait to see the pics! 🤙

  • @noelaraki
    @noelaraki Рік тому

    Just went this morning and picked up some of the egg tarts and a chocolate croissant. Chelsea was so nice.
    You were right, the croissant pairs nice with a cigar. 😅

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Yay! So glad you went and that the croissant went well with the cigar! 😊💨💨💨

  • @AussieAngeS
    @AussieAngeS Рік тому +2

    I’m sorry I haven’t been around Misty Ive missed a few videos. Life is hectic with my elderly father who has advanced dementia 😔 I’m watching your video as I type so I don’t forget to comment. Hope all is well. hugs x

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Thanks so much Aussie Angie. I don't expect you to comment, so your nice comments whenever you have time to post them are a treat. Don't worry and take care of your priorities. I hope your dad is doing ok, despite the circumstances. Take care. 🌺🙏

  • @valerieneal2747
    @valerieneal2747 5 місяців тому

    OMG...THAT FOOD LOOKS SO DELICIOUS!❤❤❤❤

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  5 місяців тому

      Yes everything was super ono! 🤙

  • @warroom17
    @warroom17 11 місяців тому

    That spaghetti plate gave me old school memories of making a spaghetti garlic bread "taco"😋😋😋

  • @sammatsusaka823
    @sammatsusaka823 Рік тому +2

    I believe ANI's Bakery makes stuff NOT SOLD in stores. I like the COCONUT LOAF BREAD.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Mahalo. I see their sweet bread and cinnamon bread at Longs sometimes but it's been a while. The other specialties aren't sold in stores though. 🤙

  • @Adriftingleaf
    @Adriftingleaf 7 місяців тому

    Insane how that Sweet Corner Cafe is in the Industrial location. A truly random spot.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  7 місяців тому

      Yes super random but so yummy! They seem to be doing well despite that so I am happy for them.

  • @matsugamer7960
    @matsugamer7960 8 місяців тому

    That bake spaghetti looked awesome...is there any other spaghetti places you highly recommend? Thanks for these great videos for us locals!!! 😍

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  8 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for watching! I think places like Masa's Cafeteria, Scooper's Kitchen and Tsukenjo has the traditional local baked spaghetti, but they all have them on certain days only so you have to call so you don't waste your time. 😊

  • @ronnievesperas1500
    @ronnievesperas1500 Рік тому

    I am happy that you did this video as I was wondering if there would be good places to eat in that area as I moved from Hickam to nearby Halawa Heights earlier this year.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Awesome! I hope it helps. You do have the center down the road with Ice Palace for some choices too and Aiea Bowl / Dirty Lickins isn't too far away. 🤙

  • @bolohead1
    @bolohead1 Рік тому +2

    Benn waiting for this one. Woo hoo.

  • @Solidified_1
    @Solidified_1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks now I have a new spot to check near home yessssah

  • @carolpohina3798
    @carolpohina3798 Рік тому +1

    Oh wow, those custards are hard to make. I would go there just for those. I always see them on the Portuguese pages I'm on. Before you said the price, I was thinking of getting a doz...lol. The food looked good too.
    Great, they promote cat adoption❤
    That baked spaghetti looked ono. I would order that.
    Ani's - good choice in flavor. I would've got the pumpkin too😂
    Mahalo Sis for another food adventure

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +2

      Mahalo Carol! I think if you buy more the price goes down but someone just commented Costco is selling Portuguese egg tarts now!

    • @carolpohina3798
      @carolpohina3798 Рік тому +1

      @@FoodFiend What!! COSTCO!!! WOW, I have to check it out, but NOTHING beats fresh homemade

    • @carolpohina3798
      @carolpohina3798 Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend I looked all over costco today and didn't find them. Maybe another costco🤷‍♀️

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      @@carolpohina3798 try asking @nutbug who left the comment. So sorry to hear you couldn't find them. Bummer.

    • @carolpohina3798
      @carolpohina3798 Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend it really was

  • @bigedhaaheo
    @bigedhaaheo 5 місяців тому

    That Baked Spaghetti reminds me of Pauoa Elementary School 1960's lunch.

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  5 місяців тому +1

      @@bigedhaaheo yes reminds me of school lunch. Fond memories.

  • @Walts-Travel
    @Walts-Travel Рік тому +1

    Happy Aloha Friday!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Happy Aloha Friday Walter!

  • @Hawaiian80882
    @Hawaiian80882 7 місяців тому

    I gotta check this place out! Mahalo's!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  7 місяців тому

      Yes sah! ❤️🤙

  • @waynewisecarver
    @waynewisecarver Рік тому +1

    That was like going deep into the Great Pyramid of Giza. But the Pyramid doesn't have chocolate croissants or chicken and waffles.

  • @Vince_F
    @Vince_F Рік тому +1

    Halawa Industrial Park!
    Who’da thunk?!😃
    Going check um out!!!😋

  • @julieappel3154
    @julieappel3154 Рік тому

    Do they have just butter rolls. I'm taking home all flavors. Just hope it passes through airlines

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      I showed a bit of their bakery in the b-roll, but they have other pastries that you can buy in single orders, sweet bread and cinnamon sugar bread. The butter rolls and other breads can pass the airlines no problem. There's no liquid in it so it will pass TSA.

    • @julieappel3154
      @julieappel3154 Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend ty for showing all the places to eat on the island💛

  • @vicmiranda1967
    @vicmiranda1967 Рік тому +1

    "Great Food Gem Finds!!!"

  • @fsp394
    @fsp394 Рік тому

    nice. didnt know about this place. *subscribe*

  • @telawsonartzy6880
    @telawsonartzy6880 Рік тому +1

    Cat Cafe no, but the food a definitely big YES!!!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      Yes I'm not much of a cat person. 😹

    • @telawsonartzy6880
      @telawsonartzy6880 Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend I'm not at all a cat person 😾
      Especially while I'm trying to eat.

  • @elliegem8501
    @elliegem8501 Рік тому

    Looks more like a "cut throat cafe"...Lol...Just kidding....It looks yummy!

  • @douglasmiike6651
    @douglasmiike6651 Рік тому +1

    Do they pass the fire code I hate to be trapped in that dungeon in case of a fire

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Of course. It's not a dungeon. It's the first floor of the building. The hallway to the door is probably only 25 feet away and there's another door on the opposite side to exit.

    • @kylerdad123
      @kylerdad123 Рік тому

      Aloha Misty: Thanks for taking us along for a culinary journey into Halawa Industrial Park. I enjoyed the segment of the Macau-inspired egg tart. I remember a Macau-inspired restaurant, located on Hotel Street near River Street many years ago but it has been long gone, which had the egg tarts and a special Macanese chicken dish. That fried saimin, garnished with red kamaboko and green onions, got to me this afternoon; I miss that comfort food a lot - LOL! Ani Bakery brought back good memories of the time I used to buy the sweet bread from Long’s Drug Store, located on Pali and Vineyard - great memories of walking there! Great vlog. Looking forward to next week. Best wishes to you and Aiden. I hope he had delicious time with his share. Best wishes and much 🧧, fellow 🐯! Aloha 🤙!

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому +1

      @@kylerdad123 Aloha Bill. Interesting that there was a Macau type restaurant in Chinatown. I was not aware of that. I remember Ani's sweet breads at Long's too, but we went to the Kamehameha Shopping Center one. Nothing beats old school fried noodles! Aiden's dish was actually the ribs. That's what he picked. Have a great week ahead!

  • @waynewisecarver
    @waynewisecarver Рік тому

    M. You are obviously physically fit. How do you manage to do that when your job is to eat 🤔

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Hello Wayne. I did a video on what I eat when I'm not vlogging last year. I don't always stick to that diet but I most certainly always cook at home. I usually go to the gym 4-5 times a week. 3 if I'm lazy. I don't eat out except for these videos usually and always eat home lunch at work. Hope that answers your question.

  • @alohapoppet6107
    @alohapoppet6107 Рік тому

    Misty i'm sick send chicken soup😭😭😭😭😭

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  Рік тому

      Oh no! I hope you feel better soon. A bug is going around.

    • @alohapoppet6107
      @alohapoppet6107 Рік тому

      @@FoodFiend Yes I found that out the other day there was something nasty going around. I never get sick what ever this is has knocked me for 6 I feel like crap. I hope you are keeping well.

  • @alohapoppet6107
    @alohapoppet6107 Рік тому +1

    Talk about well hidden

  • @carrelw4755
    @carrelw4755 Рік тому +1

    Well, our secret is out now.

  • @stew-dent1922
    @stew-dent1922 6 місяців тому

    Fall off the bone doesn't always mean it was boiled

    • @FoodFiend
      @FoodFiend  6 місяців тому

      As a person that smokes ribs, brisket and chuck roast often, this definitely isn't smoked. Although it tasted good, there is no smoke flavor nor a smoke ring. Real Southern ribs don't fall off the bone and have a slight bite to them.