Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In

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848 Ala Lilikoi St Ste 122
Honolulu, HI 96818
If you're looking for the best Korean food in Honolulu, look no further than Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In, one of the best-kept secrets on the island! Since 1984, this small, locally-owned Asian restaurant has been serving up some of the best Korean barbecue dishes you'll find anywhere, putting their own special touches on traditional recipes. Locals and tourists alike have come to love this place for its emphasis on delicious food and excellent customer service. The secret to Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In's success is their focus on the basics; you'll get juicy, flavorful barbecue chicken, beef, and pork in a variety of traditional Korean dishes. Whether you're craving rich, deeply marinated kimchi or the richest, tastiest Korean barbecue you've ever had, you'll find exactly what you're looking for at this landmark restaurant. Fans line up for the restaurant's crisp, flaky Meat Junn and their signature Kalbi. At Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In, you'll always get generous portions of amazing food at incredibly low prices you won't believe. Over the years, they've built their reputation on providing hungry tourists and locals alike with simple, straightforward dishes and friendly service. The courteous staff at Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In pride themselves on giving customers a dining experience you won't find anywhere else. This attitude has made them Honolulu's favorite destination for Korean barbecue cuisine. Visit Soon’s Kal-Bi Drive-In on Facebook to read some reviews and check out the menu, call (808) 836-7665 with any questions, or just drop by the restaurant in the Salt Lake Shopping Center today.

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4.0857 reviews
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All I.
12/11/2025

I like this place for its Ono original Bi Bim Kook Soo ! The best !!! The meat juhn like most others have stepped down to thin tin to cutting meat , ughhhh ! The bean sprouts cabbage and kim chee...

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Dean H.
12/4/2025

This place has been a Salt Lake staple for many many years. You would be fooling yourself by not trying this place.. I always get to meet Jhun and barbecue chicken mix plate but I have also...

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Jacob M.
11/23/2025

This place is expensive. It used to be affordable. Small pan meat-jun is $71. Maybe come here only if ordering for yourself. Food is good. But price is not. However, they are accommodating and...

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Anthony A.
10/30/2025

This was my go to spot when I was living in Hawaii in the 80's. Going back 40 years later and still having the same flavor and food was marvelous!! The food is amazing! There is nothing on the...

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Pam A.
12/5/2025

Food and serve always good! I've visited Soons since the eighties and the food tastes the same, served hot, fresh and original sauces are perfect. I got the meat Jun plate combo the best of both...

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