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Da Big Kahuna's Pizza -n- Stuffs

Some guy a long time ago once said that the more things change, the more they stay the same. I'm not entirely sure what the really means, or even if it applies to this situation... and he was probably some smart ass jerk that nobody liked... but it sounds literary and smart so I'm using it here.

Before relocating to its current location near the airport, Big Kahuna's was once a little green shack along Puuloa Road, nestled amongst industrial warehouses and repair shops. It was a charming wooden oasis surrounded by sheet metal and old rubber tires, yet the crowds would always be there, locals and tourists alike.

New bigger sign, same scrumptious goodies.

With any relocation, it is a reasonable concern that the place just won't be the same anymore, losing any appeal it once had. Fortunately, this isn't the case here. Although the new digs are more spacious and modern... and by modern I mean not in danger of falling apart if more than three people sneezed at once... Big Kahuna's has somehow managed to retain the same kitschiness and jolly attitude of its former self. Best of all, the food remains delicious.

On this occasion I ordered a trio of mini offerings: a 7" Portagee Pizza, a small Killer Kalua Pork Sandwich, and a small order of Garlic Cheese Balls. Mini portions were a must if I was going to sample a variety this day. Ordering the full portions of these guys would most likely result in death. Tasty tasty death. If you're on a diet or your cardiologist says you're one hot wing away from a coronary explosion, this place isn't for you.

Doesn't look like a lot of meat in proportion to the bread... but that's like saying an elephant is small compared to an aircraft carrier.

First up was the Kalua Pork sandwich. The meat, as expected was soft and moist. Just the right amount of saltiness, while being covered in a sweet & tangy BBQ sauce. The bread was fluffy and thick. It would seem that this sandwich is a little plain, but you can't do too much to kalua pork before you lose the essence of the... kalua... porkiness. If you were to order the regular sized portion, the sandwich would be as big as your face. That's a lot of sandwich, my friends.

This Portagee Pizza turned around and went home because the sign said Airport Left. THAT JOKE NEVER GETS OLD!!!

Next up was the Portagee Pizza. The crust was thick and spongy, allowing it to soak up a lot of the oil and sauce. Which, looking back doesn't really matter because you'll be eating it anyways. The humble Portuguese sausage proved quite capable of working without its usual cohorts rice and eggs, adding a touch of sweetness to this pie.

These are every bit as unhealthy and frigging delicious as they appear to be.

Finally, for the knockout blow, those Garlic Cheese Balls. Straight from the Kahuna's mouth: "Baked in butter & garlic, topped w/ our five cheeses. Gooey & delicious... have 'em once & you're hooked." I really can't add anything to this description that would make you want to stuff your face with these more than you already do. Admit it. After all this, forget about having a kanak attack. It was more like a kanak street mob beat down that left me in a coma. And I didn't even finish everything.

I'd say the relocation to the Airport Business Center had no ill effects on the allure of Big Kahuna's. In fact I'd say it's a welcome upgrade. Not having to worry about losing your tires while parking on a sharp as broken glass gravel parking lot is a good thing. Trust me. The Big Kahuna is definitely still king of the beach or some other lazy metaphor expressing my approval of this establishment. Whatever. Just go there and eat some good food.

Da Big Kahuna's Pizza -n- Stuffs

550 Paiea St.

Honolulu, HI 96819

833-5588

http://www.bigkahunaspizza.net