Chile Relleno — Restaurant in Hawaii

Maaaaaaaaachaca! Machaca-machaca-machaca! Yep.

Secret spot in the Ko'olau Center strip mall, you'd never know it was fabulous from the outside. Inside is CLEAN. Clean fans, lights, railings, floors, bathrooms (see pics), pictures, counters. Like you want in a kitchen. Like you should have anywhere. Charming, kitchsy decor. Ample free parking in Ko'olau Center.

Reasonable prices. Kids' menu was appropriate without being all dinosaur-shaped nuggets (you know which Mexican restaurant I am referring to).

Rice was lightly seasoned and fresh--too often have had old, chopped up, overly spiced/salted (to hide the age) rice in other places on island. Chile Colorado was soft, well-cooked, and well-marinated. Balanced flavors. Homemade beans.

And they have machaca!!! If you grew up with this breakfast staple, you know it isn't on most menus here, and you are sad. But they serve it here! ¡Bailamos! Corn or flour tortillas, your choice.

Chile relleno: fresh, bright, deep green chile; plump with the right cheese & a lot of but not overly heavy sauce. No hardened or plastic cheese, no cheap Monterey Jack cheese fraud filling. Everything from the filling to the choice of chile (see pics) says someone in the kitchen grew up eating this. Get the tradicional, tho there are variations on menu.

Fried ice cream's outer dough was like the best churro dough, and vanilla ice cream was dense, rich, and generous. Drizzled with chocolate and caramel sauce and some whipped cream. If you've kids, they're in heaven. Satisfying & shareable.

Flan occasionally on special. Served in a square cut from a larger pan (aww, I missed the caramel). Flavor was light tho good, creamy consistency, and good density w/a pretty even cook. Served with a side of ice cream, whipped cream, and caramel drizzle. I'd have preferred more caramel from the flan itself instead, but ultimately satisfying. Flan's texture saved it. Rich and shareable.

Reasonable price, clean shop, beautiful customer service. Newer restaurant getting its legs. 4 stars for food & beautifully clean shop, extra star for fantastic service (ask...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-Star Review for Chille Relleno

I can't express enough how thrilled I am with the catering services provided by Chille Relleno (Kanehoe) for my birthday party! They truly exceeded all expectations, and I'm giving them a well-deserved five stars.

First and foremost, the food was an absolute hit with everyone who attended the party. The flavors were exceptional, and each dish was prepared to perfection. From the mouthwatering Ceviche and Chille Rellenos to the delectable enchiladas, Chille Relleno showcased their culinary expertise, leaving every guest delighted and satisfied.

Not only did they impress us with their delicious food, but they also took all the stress off my shoulders when it came to providing food for my guests. The entire process, from planning the menu to the actual event, was seamless and hassle-free. Sammy and his team was professional, attentive, and ensured that every detail of our ourder was taken care of, leaving me to fully enjoy the celebration without any worries.

As loyal customers of Chille Relleno even before the event, it was no surprise that they would go above and beyond to make my birthday special. And they did just that! Their commitment to excellence and their passion for culinary artistry truly shines through in every dish they serve.

I am incredibly grateful to Chille Relleno for making my birthday party an unforgettable delight. Their catering service has won the hearts of all my guests, and without a doubt, we will continue to be loyal patrons moving forward.

If you're looking for a catering experience that will impress your guests and make your event stress-free, I wholeheartedly recommend Chille Relleno. They have certainly earned my five-star rating, and I can't wait for the next opportunity to savor their scrumptious delights!

Thank you once again, Sammy and Chille Relleno, for making my birthday celebration an absolute...

I want to give it a 5 but the food was overpriced and inconsistently disappointing for the price. I have been in search of a good a flavorful Mexican restaurant and this looked like it might be it but sadly, no. Not authentic We got the horchata pitchure and thought it was reasonably priced and very delicious. My partner got the breakfast burrito and he thought that was amazing. I got the chorizo queso and I thought that was amazing so imagine my disappointment when I get their seafood fajitas which cost $30 and they're just such a letdown. They were oily, flavorless and overpriced. Some of the worst fajitas I have ever had. I ended up eating one taco and packing the rest to take home. I will season it up in my own kitchen. I wanted to give this place five stars and had I not ordered that seafood fajita I might have but when our bill came and it was nearly $100 with tip for two people and we didn't even get alcohol, that to me was a let down. Had to mark down. There's no reason a seafood fajita mostly made a fish should cost $30. I might expect that from a steak fajita. The service was exceptional and that is what stopped me from going any lower in my review. Our waitress was very...