There's a little bit of an island vibe going on right here in Arizona.\n\nThis casual place makes me smile. Yes, it's just a step above a fast food place, but the vibe is tropical and the food is tasty and prepared fresh to order. When you walk in, you'll notice the island music playing, the ceiling fans turning and some kitschy Hawaiian posters on the wall. The air is filled with aromas of teriyaki, Jamaican jerk, island spice rubs.\n\nTake a look at the menu on the wall and then approach the counter to place your order. You pay and they give you one of those big plastic numbers to place on your table so the food server can match you to your order. While waiting (not long) you help yourself to the beverage station, sodas, water, and the specially prepared Mango Iced Tea, which is amazing. I just can't get enough of that Mango Iced Tea.\n\nLooking around, it seems that most customers order the rice bowls. You choose a meat (chicken, steak, shrimp, etc.) then pick a sauce flavor (teriyaki, Jamaican Jerk, Bali Island, Honey-orange), and then your choice of rice (white, brown, noodles). Looks really good. I typically order one of their big entr\u00e9e salads. I alternate between their Voodoo Chicken Salad and their Aloha Chicken Salad. I can't decide which one I like better. My husband loves their Volcano-Blackened Mahi Mahi plate. Where else can you get perfectly spiced Mahi topped with tropical fruit salsa, rice, and a salad for under $ 10? Yum, tasty and a great value.\n\nIt's just a simple little place, but every time I eat here, it reminds me how much I love Hawaii and hope to return someday. Until then...Aloha.
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