Elena's Restaurant

4.4 ( 368 reviews )
$10–20
Tropicana Square Shopping Center, 94-866 Moloalo St D4A, Waipahu, HI 96797, United States
+1 808-676-8005
Elena's Restaurant is a hidden gem located in the Tropicana Square Shopping Center in Waipahu, HI. Known for its delicious Filipino cuisine, the restaurant's fried rice omelettes stand out, particularly the Chicken Adobo and Lechon specials, both priced at $18.29. The creative combination of flavors within these dishes, wrapped in perfectly cooked omelettes, has patrons raving. Customers like Janet P and Anna Baatz praise the richness and authenticity of dishes such as the pork blood stew and the delightful "triple D special plate," which offers generous servings for sharing. The reviews highlight not only the food's quality but also the attentive service provided by the staff, which enhances the overall dining experience. Returning customer Malulani P appreciates the clean environment and the efficiency in service, while Erica Garcia recognizes the restaurant's popularity, especially during peak times like graduation season. The family-style dishes and the upcoming monthly specials add a unique flair that keeps diners coming back. Each visit seems to be a new culinary adventure at Elena's, where every bite tells the story of Filipino culinary heritage, rendering it a must-visit for anyone in the area or those craving authentic flavors.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Elena's Restaurant

Janet P
May 30,2025
Found this wonderful little gem on our way to visit the USS Arizona memorial. Fried rice omelet with pork adobo. SO GOOD!!!! It's a triple D joint so you know you gotta go!!!
Anna Baatz
Apr 25,2025
Really yummy Filipino classics! Got the triple D special plate and the two choice plate lunch and they lasted us two meals between two people. The egg wrapped pork rice is delicious and the lechon crispy and addictive. Really liked the pork blood stew too. Would definitely come try more combo plates and maybe some of the fancier entree options :)
Jan Relacion
Apr 13,2025
Please allow about 20 mins for take out or dine in. Follow the instructions on their menu. And monthly specials usually posted by register. There food has been consistent. My husband & I will drive from town to this place. There's nothing like this in town. Wish they opened a location in town. Clean. Has a restroom. Has 5 or 6 seats to sit while waiting for your take out. If you're dining in, order & then find a table.
Malulani P
Apr 4,2025
Great food, amazing flavor, great service. The experience exceeded my expectations. I love to system from ordering to receiving the food. Nothing was short of flavor, the women who served us and took our order were very sweet and on top of their customer service. I was blown away by the fried rice omelette. It’s family style for most dishes which is great for sharing. I was so happy that I ordered their November special it had a little of everything that I wanted. Highly recommend and will be back again.
Erica Garcia
Apr 1,2025
This has to be one of my favorite places to eat during my latest trip down to Oahu. Because it’s graduation season, they have a May plate special, which has all of their top entrees in one to go container. We made sure to order that! We also had lumpia with veggies and meat inside. This place was constantly busy with people dining in and picking up takeout. And the restaurant workers are kind and willing to give you recommendations. This is definitely a local place with plenty of outside parking and inside seating. Be sure to come with an appetite and be ready to eat amazing food!
Jacinda K
Mar 6,2025
Solid home cooked Filipino food. Portions are generous, food is well seasoned. Enjoyed a two item combo with Pansit and Chicken Adobo. The chicken needed the rice to balance the saltiness of the marinade. Pansit was very tasty. The omelette fried rice had huge pieces of pork adobo. Bring your appetite!!!
P RANNA
Feb 10,2025
The spot to go to when you crave Filipino food If you know you know....Been around since the 70s, located in Waipahu in Tropicana Square. Havent dined in here post covid, been just calling in and take out only.... The Triple D spesh and the monthly special (changes every month) are my go to, although I havent had anything that was bad here. 5 stars, support local 94block grinds
Vinny T
Feb 9,2025
Not the biggest fan of Filipino food but this place was delicious. I'm still trying to figure out how they have the egg wrap around the rice and pork. The Triple D has a nice crisp pork skin and the softness of the rice gives it a balance between textures.

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