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Rutts Hawaiian Cafe
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11707 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90066 (310) 398-6326
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Rutts Hawaiian Cafe 8.1
Mar Vista
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Comfort Food Classics Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites
A Westside Hawaiian plate-lunch institution serving sticky, sweet-savory baby back ribs alongside classic island sides. The ribs are more backyard-BBQ than Texas smokehouse—glazed, tender, and built for comfort. Fast counter service and big portions make it a reliable low-key ribs fix.
Must-Try Dishes: Baby Back Ribs Plate, Kal-Bi Short Ribs, BBQ Chicken + Ribs Combo
Scores:
Value: 8.6 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 8 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.5 Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Island-style glazed ribs in a decades-old local plate-lunch staple.
Who should go: Plate-lunch lovers and casual rib fans.
When to visit: Anytime before dinner rush.
What to order: Baby back ribs plate, kal-bi, combo plate.
Insider tip: Add a side of mac salad to balance the sweet rib glaze.

Hours

Monday7:30am - 9pm
Tuesday7:30am - 9pm
Wednesday7:30am - 9pm
Thursday7:30am - 9pm
Friday7:30am - 9pm
Saturday7:30am - 9pm
Sunday7:30am - 9pm