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ISLAND GRINDS

Restaurant Hawaiian restaurant Polynesian restaurant

👍👍 Great place to get Hawaiian bbq if you’re in the area! My bf got the chicken pupu, and he loved it. I tried a piece and wish I had gotten it too! Their chicken katsu was the best I’ve ever had! The macaroni is overly peppery, in my opinion. But my bf who loves things to be heavily seasoned really... People often mention chicken, time, order, good, great, pupu, amazing, salad, Island, Grinds,


Address

1973 W Sunset Blvd, St. George, UT 84770

Website

island-grinds.website.spoton.com

Contact

(877) 285-7285

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (742 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 7 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 11 AM to 6 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: chicken (20) time (12) order (10) good (9) great (9) pupu (7) amazing (7) salad (7) Island (7) Grinds (7)
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  • 5/5 Alison C. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to get Hawaiian bbq if you’re in the area! My bf got the chicken pupu, and he loved it. I tried a piece and wish I had gotten it too! Their chicken katsu was the best I’ve ever had! The macaroni is overly peppery, in my opinion. But my bf who loves things to be heavily seasoned really liked it. Beef teriyaki was good but not amazing. It was easy to order. We gave the employee a name and phone number, and they texted when it was ready. The person taking orders had a mask on, but none of the kitchen staff did, but they had the back door open for ventilation. We would eat here again next time we are in the area. Gotta have more chicken pupu!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew A. 6 years ago on Google
    Wow! This is some of the best island food I've ever had! The pork was super juicy and tender and just full of flavor! And my chicken was super tasteful as well! Plus, you get nice portions. If you haven't been here yet please to stop by. The area was clean and the employees were super friendly and truly showed some great customer service.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michelle T. 1 year ago on Google
    Their Pupu chicken and Kalbi Short Ribs...sooo good!! It will have your mouth watering!! 🤤So deliciously marinated and full of flavor! It's a little out of the way from where we live, but totally worth the trip. I love me a good mac salad, and theirs is fantastic!! I loved my whole combo plate, even the white rice. Cooked perfectly! My husband is not much of a chicken person (as he much prefers beef and pork), but he absolutely loved the Pupu chicken and will definitely be ordering it again, as will I!🍴👍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Houston C. 1 year ago on Google
    Was passing through Saint George, before my ski trip and wanted to get some home feel/ hearty food. And the beef ribs definitely hit the spot.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Bruce W. 2 years ago on Google
    I came here during the lunch rush and waited a decent amount of time for my food. I ordered the $5 combo with Kalua pork. When I got my order, I noticed they gave me the wrong drink. I was just thinking maybe they have a cool green colored fruit punch. It was Mountain Dew, which I'm not a fan of, but I was in a hurry to get back to work so I didn't worry about a drink. When I got to the break room at work, I saw the receipt and it was the wrong order completely. I was #43 and they gave me order #44 which was Pupu chicken. It was my first time here and I heard a customer saying he always orders the Pupu chicken so I wasn't going to complain. I'm the guy who shows up to the party if you say free food. Despite getting the wrong order, I was very satisfied with my food. The chicken was great, the macaroni salad is better than your family's macaroni salad at every summer BBQ. It was super good. I will be back to get the pork next time. Friendly staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zac W. 2 years ago on Google
    Island Grinds was great! My wife and I visited here on our honeymoon looking to find some authentic Hawaiian food and this place delivered. The staff were very friendly and the food was amazing. We got the pupu chicken and the katsu chicken. Both were really good! And the Hawaiian Sun drinks and Mac salad on the side made the experience the best meal we’ve had on our honeymoon so far!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lizzy K. 3 years ago on Google
    Island Grinds is one of my favorite restaurants ever! I can’t get enough of the BBQ Teriyaki Chicken - it’s always so perfectly cooked, juicy, with a great smoky flavor. And the Mac salad - the absolute best! Great value - I would also highly recommend the Chicken Katsu, Teriyaki Beef, and grilled fish. Love the people and the food - thanks for all the fabulous meals, Island Grinds team!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jerryn 8 months ago on Google
    I LOVE this place. They always have amazing customer service and the food is always cooked to perfection. My family have been going here for years and will continue going here. If you’re looking for a great place to get food that is actually good this is the place. Out of the many many many times we have eaten here not once have we been disappointed. Our orders are correct every time. And the team greets you with a warm welcome.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Chantell P. 9 months ago on Google
    REVISED REVIEW BELOW: We LOVE this place! Great food, friendly staff and generous portions. (Revised review below) UPDATE: June 2023. I changed my review from 5 stars to 3. They still have amazing food, good portions and friendly staff. The reason for my revision is because their hours keep getting shorter and shorter, aren’t always consistent and seem to unexpectedly change. We used to call in our order and pick it up 10-15 minutes later. The last time we tried to go they closed early and had also changed their regular hours, closing earlier. It’s been a while so we tried again recently on a Friday night at 6pm and they were closed again. It seems like they’re not getting enough business to stay open if they’re closed on a Friday evening right at dinner time. It’s unfortunate because we love their food and would love to give them business, but every time we try they’re closed. I would highly recommend you check their business hours, but also call them to verify that they’re open before you drive across town only to realize they’re closed.😕
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zachary M. 1 year ago on Google
    I’ve been to Island Grinds hundreds of times. Every time I get the pupu chicken and I’m ALWAYS impressed. Tafoula that runs the front is always so nice and even when I call in, she knows my order. She is on top of it! The food is made to order, which means the chicken is always crispy and hot. Island Grinds is my favorite place to go in town. They also give you more food than other island restaurants and for a cheaper price. It’s a family owned restaurant, which makes it even better! I highly recommend trying Island Grinds.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mason L. 1 year ago on Google
    The chicken Katsu was some of the best I’ve ever had. The mac salad and rice were delicious too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William W. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing service and great food! Came in just a couple minutes before close and they were very nice about it all. Delicious authentic food! Highly recommend this place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eva S. 4 years ago on Google
    Bottom line: the Tia Tia's know what they're doing 🤪 Island Grinds is one of my favorite restaurants in St. George. From the amazing service, the lovely music, the prices and the warm vibes, you can't get any better island food than this 🤙 Pictured here: lemon pepper plate, pupu chicken plate, and spam musubi 👀 Staff: 🤙🤙 Price: $ Yummy: HELL YUHH .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kioni P. 1 year ago on Google
    🤢🤢🤢 If I could give zero stars I would. After eating at this location, I was throwing up for 8 hours. Worst sickness I’ve ever felt. The Kalua had sooo much pepper and tastes like it sat out for a while, definitely not fresh! The pupu skin did not taste fresh either, so after one bite the rest went in the trash. The food looked good, but tasted wrong. I will never visit this location and unless you want your head in the toilet for hours after your visit throwing up and in pain, I would not suggest visiting. It will be a long time till I even try to eat at another island grinds location. 🤢

  • 5/5 Slowstroll 6 months ago on Google
    Pupu chicken is so incredible! Super tasty, great sized portions.

  • 3/5 Chandy C. 11 months ago on Google
    Great food. Cashier takes a bit to look up from her phone. Only had two of the meat options left and because it was nearing closing, they weren't offering the sides I wanted. When you go to pay, you learn their prices listed are for cash only- it'd be one thing if this was clearly written somewhere, but the way it's done is misleading and distasteful. It's not a cash discount, it's a card upcharge, with how it's currently done.

  • 5/5 George H. 5 months ago on Google
    My son ate here once a week while on his mission. It was his favorite place to watch. He took our entire family to eat here and we all enjoyed it. If you are in St George make sure to eat here and try the pupu chicken.

  • 5/5 Rachael C. 1 year ago on Google
    YUUUUUMMMM! Best Hawaiian food in town! Decided to come on a whim after seeing the special $6 plate advertised. Soo glad we did! For 3 of the specials was only $20 so very economy friendly (2023). The Kahlúa pig was flavorful and tastes like it took all day to make, grilled chicken was perfectly moist and grilled at the same time, the Mac salad actually had flavor! It’s always too Mayo-y but this had seasoning which was perfect. Overall very satisfied and will be coming back weekly. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Tasha H. 1 year ago on Google
    I highly recommend this restaurant. They have great food and service. There teriyaki sauce is addicting and the chicken is delightful. Even the prices here are great.

  • 2/5 Joshua B. 1 year ago on Google
    Only able to eat at this place a couple time a year. Can't say it's the best for it's type of cuisine, there are better places in town for the same sorta food. Honestly, would probably have a higher opinion of the place if they didn't keep such silly hours that means I keep getting there 15 minutes from close and denied service. Because how dare I work overnights and try my best to do things at standard business hours in America, right?

  • 5/5 Ally C. 2 years ago on Google
    love this place! the food is always good and the employees are always super friendly. i would recommend calling to place an order though. it’s just easier!

  • 5/5 Brande N. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is amazing, it brings back my amazing collage memories . My Dixie College roommate and I would eat here when her family was in town. It was such a treat for us. The shrimp is the best, the Service is warm and feels like home. Can’t wait to bring my family

  • 5/5 Emerson E. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the best Hawaiian food in the area. The people here are the best! First place in my life where I could order as “my usual” and it never disappointed. Thank you island grinds!

  • 3/5 Christina H. 1 year ago on Google
    Good enough food but they have a lot of signs making it seem like customers aren't welcome. "No dining in!" " We can refuse the right to serve anyone". Not a welcoming atmosphere.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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