Visited this place on Sunday and we are satisfied with the service and food. Tried the Pork Belly BBQ and Crispy Island wings and they're both good. The pork is tender with nice barbecue flavour. The chicken is crispy and juicy. Will definitely try the other dishes next time. Only suggestion is to maintain the cutlery, tables and wash areas clean. A bit on a pricey side as well.
Tried their Island fiesta platter. Decent amount of meat. Good quality food. Don't expect any spice lol . Typical Filipino flavours . Touch of sweetness in all food. So if you are not used to that style of flavour , better to skip this place . However their food quality is very good .
Crispy pata and sisig are the best. Price is okay for a $ rate ... it is not over rated and it really tastes good :) i love that they have iced tea hahaha
This is my favourite Filipino Restaurant. The only restaurant I can trust with giving me Crispy Pata that is tasty, tender and crispy at the same time. We always order their Pork Sisig and Java Rice. If you still have room for dessert, go for the Halo halo! Our meal won't be complete without their Iced Tea. Good prices and friendly staff.
Ambience is okay. Staff are good.
Food is mediocre. Only few food in the menu was remarkable.
Best part about this restaurant? I have been searching but this restaurant is The only one with ISAW cooked in a grill just like the ones in the Philippines. However, VERY EXPENSIVE 3 sticks for 10$ i think. I forgot the exact price but betweek 9 to 12$.
Sizzling chicken was nice.
The crispy pork hocks and the pig blood stew are the best we had in auckland.
Food - 3.5
Service - 3.5
Ambiance - 2.5
Price - 3.5
Loved crispy tofu with pork. Pork sizzler had too much ginger in it (or perhaps I am just not a fan of ginger). Java rice did not taste like it - just coloured rice. Iced tea is delicious - but one other Filipino resto beats it.
It's a shame that it is situated outside Dressmart Onehunga that not many people go there to eat. Place is actually spacious and can accommodate a good number of diners. But it hardly gets busy.
Service was great, staff was very friendly, took my 3 kids and it was very suitable and they had plenty space outdoor covered area. Wait time was a little long and we had to pick up most of our food from the counter. The food was amazing our favourite was the spicy pork ribs! we tried 5 dishes they were great for 3adults and 3 kids spent around $110 and had ice cream for kids. Definitely going to be another 1 of our favourites. They have a hand washing area which is perfect too.
I tried their pork isaw (intestines) bbq skewers, it was priced $12 for 3 small sticks with a cup of rice, and a small side salad. Overpriced, but can't deny the yummy taste though. The real winners are grilled squid, adobo rice, and crispy fried beef (?) - ask for vinegar on the side. Trust me, it's really good.
Joan Cecille De Guzman-Lomibao
+3.5
If I go to Dressmart, I usually visit this place... I always order their sizzling sisig that is really yummy... Crispy pata and BBQ chicken are the best... Friendly staff... Great food...
All is good in our orders but the isaw is a bit chewy. I dont know why. The ambience is nice. We came on a weekday afternoon and its quiet.
brouguht me back home to philippines! the chicken wings didnt have much taste though. but the sisig was so good ❤️ halo halo was great but i think it was too expensive for $14
First time here with my friend? Very welcoming. Kool arrangements. Easy meal to order. My friend and I ordered our first serving, wasn't full so ordered seconds. Love the bbq taste. The attendant was friendly. Meal we ordered delicious. Ordered 1/4 bbq chicken with salad, x2 times. My friend ordered the lamb, chips, pasta and salad and 2nd serving a chicken burger with chips. Overall taste- awesome. Recommend
Really good food at reasonable prices! I love how they serve java rice as well as white steamed rice and how they actually serve iced tea in a jug. Sisig and the crispy pork were worth the guilt. It's also very convenient as it is locted outside the Dress Smart shopping mall which means you can head over after hours of shopping! If you're a seafood lover, I highly recommend the grilled squid and the calamari! Service was great too, it's also a decent place for authentic filipino dishes
Ohhh!! I love there roast chicken, succulent and juicy! Cooked to perfection! They really know how roast well!
Does pork hock sound crazy? I think it's crazily delish! Whole hock get fried and serve with cracking! Crunch crunch! Have to share between 2 - 3 people!
I suggest a must try dessert 'Ube ice cream'. Ube is purple yam and you can really taste bits of Ube in the ice cream. They also have cheese ice cream, Strange!? Wait until you taste it! It will amaze you!
hi i have been to this place many times loved the food and service:). Prices are reasonable and love the BBQ chicken, i recommend to try it.
Thanks Island Joe's Team.
It was my first time here, I ordered Ono Pork Barbecue. The food was not that bad for the price but still there are other better tasting fast food restaurants in Auckland. I just tried it here to experience it.
Update: I went here last Saturday after doing some shopping at Dressmart. I ordered BBQ Pork Belly and it was yummy. There's Isaw now apparently so I will definitely be back to try those.😁
A truly wonderful restaurant, this restaurant has the most amazing food that I have tested. My parent and i already eaten there six times; and it keeps getting better and better! I describing its food as “contemporary new American cuisine” (although I’d note an emphasis on pan-Asian), the prices are reasonable, especially given the high quality and big portions. The customer service was excellent. The staff are very freind and helpfull.to everyone who love good food and good service I highly recommend this restaurant.
Dined with my friend here May 25 at lunch, it was fully occupied. Waited for 15 minutes for our food to arrive, wasn't disappointed, portions were generous and food up to our expectations. Can improve service better. Overall, good dining experience.
Went to Island Joe's yesterday with a deal voucher. I got to say, the food was very good!. Also the portion size was very nice, even without the voucher it's actually well priced. My partner loved the ONO Pork and the crème caramel was really nice. Will definitely come back to this place more often!. Can't wait to try the Sizzling Pork :).
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Went to Island Joe’s after shopping in Dress Smart to grab late lunch. We were already starving then, so we were really keen for a full-on meal… and did we get it!
The restaurant was conveniently located near the mall, so we had no trouble finding it. It was a bit busy, but we were promptly served. I loved the ambiance of the place, with the bright orange walls, decorated with surf boards! It was perfect for a casual afternoon lunch with a group of friends. Comfy cushioned seats, relaxed eating area, and clean toilets too!
I had the Ono pork with java rice and mac salad, and it was very delicious and filling! Good value, considering the full plate and the fair price. Really missed the BBQ-style cooking, so this really hit the spot! We also tried the Spicy Pork Sizzler, and it was simply mouth-watering and full of flavors (I could have finished the entire plate myself!)
I would also recommend the onion rings, or the calamares to start! We washed the food all down with a pitcher of cold iced tea! Yum!
Will definitely come back, as we were too full for dessert, but they look promising too! Especially that buko pandan! Anyway, it was the perfect end to a shopping day-trip, and I am glad that my friend had recommended it!
My family and I both drop by at Island Joe"s Hawaiian BBQ..I fully recommend this restaurant for families..
The prices are reasonable,quantity and quality is good. Fish dishes are quite nice when grill.
BBQ Chicken is my favorite and the Crispy Pata, plus the dessert.
Best ever onion rings! Moana burger with beef or chicken is a big fave - massive bun. I recommend you pair it with a jug of iced tea. My partner loves the tuna and bbq chicken but there are new ones on the menu. Must try them. Thanks guys. See you again soon.
The restruant give a very home feel to it, not that big and have some very nice comfortable seats. This is on my my good to foods if I feel like having something special. Their Ono pork is a must have also their rib platter is a good price and good size .
Again this may not be the flashiest place but it has some tasty food.
Cherry Thelmo-Fernandez
+4
Large servings of delicious dishes -- grilled, fried, stews. Original Filipino recipes with slight Kiwi twists. Accessible with friendly staff. Fast service, too.
Their special made sauce to compliment the Ono pork bbq was delicious and the pasta salad is always satisfying! Great combo
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