Kove Island Comfort Kitchen

Saw this place and wanted to give it a try. It was ok. The food had no flavor. It wasn't bad just had no wow factor for me. The katsu sauce was amazing. We also got katsu musubi and it needed sauce very dry. The spicy salmon crispy rice was really good.

If you're looking for authentic Hawaiian plate lunches around Portland, Kove Island Comfort Kitchen is absolute top-tier. It's a small, simple spot with only about four tables that seat around two people each, and they seem to handle a lot of takeout orders in between. Parking can be a bit tight, though I had no trouble finding an open spot right when I arrived. The staff was super friendly, welcoming, and helpful right from the start. Since it was my first time visiting, they recommended I try the Garlic Chicken, and it was really good, perfectly cooked, coated in a delicious garlic sauce, and served with classic Hawaiian mac salad and rice. This is easily one of the better Hawaiian spots I’ve been to around the area. I can’t wait to come back and try the rest of their menu!