Waikiki's Best Value! Amazing $31 Hawaiian Buffet at the Legendary Duke's! Poke Lover's Paradise!

[@dianalong2024]

That was so much fun! Thanks for sharing your time at Duke's.Very delicious... it's on the list, for must do!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It was a very nice quick lunch that day. And very enjoyable.

[@KhunPamela1963]

the greatest open secret eating place in waikiki. as a local, i normally stay away from going into waikiki except for eating here. this is a place that visitors can easily taste many of the local favorites affordably, and you get your money's worth with the signature spectacular view! that main entree plate portion would easily cost you $20+ at any non-descript island plate lunch place; the poke bowls at my favorite Foodland supermarket cost $10.99 for their one choice premium poke with rice or $13.99 for their two choice premium poke with rice [the poke on the rice is 1/3-lb. serving]. you made me ono for this buffet Tim! great video, mahalo for sharing! I like go grind there now!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much and it was a really great experience there. I thought it was pretty good value as well considering all the different varieties you can choose from. Thank you so much again and warmest greetings to you.

[@jc0730]

Ono-licious as we used to say when I lived in Hawaii. The Hula Pie alone is spectacular! Mahalo, Tim.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I would be so happy with just the hula pie on a sunny afternoon

[@girlywhirly4971]

@@TimLeeLetsGo Who r u and what did u do with Coca? We saw u get actual salad at the beginning of that buffet lol jk. the pie at the end looked delectable! I hope u r well! great video😁

[@jamesdove8021]

Just the view alone is worth it. Nice hearty buffet. And sweet people taking great care of everyone who is there.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It is a great place indeed! Views were amazing and nice to have a bit of escape from the sun in the form of Buffet🙂

[@JRPLAWOffice]

I'm traveling to Honolulu in about 2 weeks and you convinced me to go here with my wife on a weekday for the buffet. Thanks!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

This was very good value and certainly fills you up for a day and evening of enjoying the beaches

[@MissHoneyOnline]

Drinking game, take a shot every time Tim says “a little bit.” 😂 ❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

🤦‍♂️😉

[@ntrier]

Everytime you say it, I keep thinking you're from Hawaii. 🥰

[@Onetwothreepeanuts]

I made it as far as the 6:07 mark. I don't remember anything after that.😮

[@Carole1207]

Lmao

[@SassyCindy]

I’m salivating!! Thank you for sharing.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much! They really do a great job at the Buffet

[@jadehom8067]

Aloha Tim...nice buffet, thanks for sharing...safe travels and God Bless 😘🤗❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much and all the best to you and yours 🙂

[@gailsfoodandstuff]

“A little bit” of this and “A little bit of that” makes “A LOT-A-BIT” of yummy food. 😊.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

😉

[@GaryGiffin]

What a great deal and at Dukes this is the best looking buffet I have seen with Poke!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I know! The poke makes all the difference. It’s quite expensive on its own, and having this as part of the buffet was quite an amazing value.

[@GaryGiffin]

@@TimLeeLetsGo I sent my good friend your video and he is in Waikiki this week. He cant wait to try the buffet with his family!

[@processserver8470]

Ciao Tim 👋👋 Greetings from Greenwich London ⚓️⛵️ Cheers 🍤🦪🥥🍹😎👍🌹✅

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Greetings from the Pacific Northwest😃

[@JamesPidkowa]

Bill and Lisa Love this buffet

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you for the heads up! I just watched their video… Exactly like how it is. Really enjoyable and they certainly know how to put on a great Buffet.

[@johnc3886]

This buffet is a steal for the amount; love the poke, short-ribs, shrimp. Got hungry again right after just eating. Excellent video Tim.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It’s not the largest buffet but they have all the favourites 😋

[@gailsiangco5599]

Awesome Buffet at Dukes ! Great price ! Love the Poki Bowl ! Yes a Hula Pie is a must ! We Love Dukes ! So nice they have a buffet now ! Thanks for letting us know Tim ! Enjoy Waikiki !

[@tonyyarbray]

good looking buffet and place I think the star was that that pie at least for me but a look at the ribs did get my mouth watering

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

That pie was humongous, it’s actually a nice way to enjoy dessert on a hot day. Worth going in just for the hula pie.

[@tonyyarbray]

looked good enough to immediately go find a copy cat recipe on line 😁 @@TimLeeLetsGo

[@paigemccormick6519]

Hawai'i is awesome, if you treat it like your precious home, visitor or not. Tim is such a fine citizen and neighbor wherever he goes. Thanks, Tim, for the visit.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Really enjoyed the time there and actually got to visit the big island as well. Absolutely gorgeous as well

[@lynnchurchill3887]

I'm so hungry right now after watching this! Looks like a great food experience to go along with your time in Hawaii!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I could use a Poké bowl right about now

[@susanmiller5852]

Again another fine buffet!! Everything looked amazing but your desert looked spectacular!! I’m full just watching you eat. Lol. Thank you for sharing. Your kindness shines through!!! ♥️♥️

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I think they are known for their hula pie dessert. I would have gone back just for the dessert. The video didn’t show it, but the size was incredible. It would fill you up as a meal.

[@skatebug6115]

We love your videos, they are EXCELLENT!!👍👍👍👍👍😊

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much🙏

[@oscarman42]

A la carte vs. a buffet? For me there's no choice - thanks for making the right one, Tim!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It was interesting as Kristine was the one who rationalized going for the buffer vs ala carte

[@grifsfoodandtravel]

We miss poke!! They give such generous portion! Thanks Tim for introducing a great buffet!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Another great looking buffet. I've never had poke before, but it would be nice to try. Cheers, Tim and God Bless! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️🇨🇦

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much! Really enjoyed the poke and the different flavours they have there. All the best to you and yours.

[@AlusW.]

What a great deal & yummy buffet! Thanks, Tim. Will share this vid with my friends. 👍👍

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It’s a nice find , especially with everything being a little bit more expensive on Waikiki

[@kekosmama]

Mahalo Tim for coming to my home. I love following you everywhere and so happy you visited us. Yes Waikiki is for visitors, but the kamaaina (locals) should check out Duke’s too. Only junk thing is parking but the food, atmosphere, service and price is great. Mahalo for all of your great reviews. Wish I could go with you. Aloha Tim. 😘

[@melissalambert7615]

Wow! Another great deal in Waikiki. Funny you ended up getting a second poke bowl. I'd have gotten seconds of that garlic shrimp. Love garlic. Nice you had a good time with your friends who seem to enjoy eating as much as you do. Hello from sunny Oregon.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Greetings to you also from a rare sunny Vancouver. it was a tough choice between another bowl of poke or another bowl of garlic shrimp. Very nice decisions to have.

[@cresantawarren401]

We just came here from watching your video. We were seated next to the table from where you sat at. Thank you for your advising us to eat here.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Hope you had a great time! Duke's is quite an iconic place. So envious of the great weather and beaches that you're enjoying. Have an amazing time!

[@noragarcia6409]

Everything looked super yummy. Mahalo for sharing.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

They really do a very good job with the Buffet! Very enjoyable and warm greetings to you and yours

[@christianpruss]

Thank you so much for the recent videos! Very helpful. Heading out there May 8th! Can't wait

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Happy travels to you!!!! It’ll be so much fun!

[@christianpruss]

@TimLeeLetsGo Was trying for that 4 seasons buffet but that Sunday is mother's day, everything's booked. But I know there's a restaurant at our hotel too , 100 sails. I've been once before, delicious. Celebrating 20 years!!!

[@SoxRoxBoston]

It's always nice to find value places to eat. In Tourist areas the prices can be high. But as you pointed out the cost of the Poke alone paid for the whole buffet. Thanks Tim 😊

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you again! We were noticing how expensive snacks and chips and general items are in the Waikiki area. Even more expensive than the mini bars in Vegas!

[@noobmaster31]

It's so comforting watching your videos!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much 🙏

[@cynthiamateo9450]

Yum yum, Hawaii is a place Iv always wanted to visit. Always a pleasure to watch ❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

If it suits, would highly recommend a visit to Hawaii… very enjoyable. Thank you so so much.

[@s612h]

Tim!!! I love your videos!! It's so refreshing to see you being so courteous and kind to all the staff. And you try little bit of everything!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much for your kind comment 🙏. A lot of fun visiting these places and the great people there

[@adrienedenise9973]

Thank you for sharing your food experience i look forward to seeing them every week 😍😋

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much 🙏. Warmest greetings to you from Vancouver

[@joefox9765]

I was going to say Tim never goes hungry but now i say Tim aways eats like a King!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Really grateful to get to visit and share these experiences. It’s certainly always a filling experience :-)

[@marciasanguinetti3900]

Hi sweet Tim ! Your videos as always, make my tummy rumble ! Thank you for this wonderful and appetizing video of Dukes lunch buffet. The first time I went to Dukes was when I was a teenager of 16 on our family's first trip to the Hawaiian Islands - are you ready ? In 1971 you were not even born yet LOL !!! It was then and it is today, one of the best eateries on Waikiki Beach - and their friendly service seals it ! May I ask you a question ?: I have not tried poke yet. What one poke dish shall I first try ? I love all the condiments for sure, but not sure of the seafood of choice for the novice. Note: I do love all Hawaiian caught fish such as ono, opah, and what-not having it grilled. So with your kind expertise, I look forward to your recommendation. CHEERS and ALOHA and MAHALO !!! m.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much and really ice to hear about Duke’s… I did not realize they have established in Waikiki for so long. I’m not too much of a poke connoisseur, and this may not be the best opinion, but I do like the poke with a bit of creamy sauce like the spicy poke wasabi mayo. Also talk with a little bit of crispy garlic on a bit of steam rice is quite nice.

[@marciasanguinetti3900]

@@TimLeeLetsGo Great ! Thank you Tim for your prompt and detailed reply ! We're going to Oahu in the fall of this year, so that spicy creamy poke sounds wonderful to me and the best part of Dukes is, i can have just a little dab - as it is spicy I am sure i shall like it ! Cheers and happy travels ! m,

[@robinrosen3236]

Quick one, but always so good to see you and I always look forward to wherever you're taking me next 😊❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much 🙏. It was a quick lunch that day.

[@robinrosen3236]

​@@TimLeeLetsGo LOL... I'd take that quick lunch ANY day. Thanks so much for sharing. Hope you had a good flight.

[@boomshanka8743]

Awesome, Tim! I really miss Hawaiian ono grinds, that poke looked really good.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Really love all the food there in Hawaii in general😋

[@jimbo160aaaa]

Thank you for sharing another delicious buffet, the hula pie looked delicious and enormous 😘

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I would go back just for the hula pie! Nothing like a great dessert on a hot afternoon😋

[@sandyg5653]

I recently went to a sushi restaurant and stepped out of my comfort zone and tried the salmon bellies and found out how wonderful they are -- if not for your show i would never have tried them. Thanks for trying so many good foods.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

That is wonderful to hear! It’s always fun to explore and the worst that can ever happen is that you might not like it. Again, very great to hear!

[@daiglemary89]

Tim starts with saying " a little bit " at 4:03 minutes into video..then its unending but We still adore You Tim.. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😅😅😅

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

🤦‍♂️😉

[@gloriawinbush1590]

Everything,looks delicious 🤤🥰🥹!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

They do such a good job there! Highly recommend the poke

[@jtf267]

Incredible find. Everything looks good. The price is unbelievable. Thank you 😊 😋

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

For all the shrimp and poke, $31 is a nice bargain

[@tomm2812]

Tim, That poke bowl looked very tasty, main hot plate garlic shrimp, beef short ribs looked great. For $31 USD good value. Great dessert. 👍 Best

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It’s a nice find especially right on Waikiki beach .

[@conniesmith3922]

Tim, it’s been a few years since I’ve eaten at Dukes, but I remember being delicious. Thanks for sharing, brings back good memories.❤❤❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much for reaching out and food does anchor great memories. Hope you get a chance to visit in the near future as well!

[@AussieAngeS]

Wow the food looks fantastic at that buffet 🥰 I love videos from Hawaii because it’s my dream place to visit

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I do hope you get a chance to visit in the near future. Really a beautiful place and would highly recommend.

[@sec0ndton0ne408]

Wow this is my kind of buffet 🔥

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Very good food and very good value😋

[@kadegoodgirl5498]

Thank you Tim you making me salivating by just watching you eating, I can tell the weather in the hot side over there,enjoy your staying. Oh and I noticed that you always wear “coca cola” T-shirt and this time it’s Thai language I guess you got from the trip to Thailand right ?

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It wasn’t very sunny, but it was still hot! Yes, that is a Coca-Cola T-shirt in Thai and I’m not sure where it came from as it was a gift

[@MICHAELMCAVOY-f4v]

Love HI and glad you enjoyed so much wonderful food and loved your buffet grazing 🤗 ❤Mahalo 🤙🤙

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much, greatly enjoyed grazing throughout Oahu 😋

[@im_mrs_yg4855]

Thank you for sharing ! Can’t wait I’ll be there Sept ❤

[@trenttan3779]

I'm going there the next time I'm in Honolulu. Looks very ono! ❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Very happy travels to you! Hope you get a chance to visit Hawaii in the near future

[@leilanimitchell6466]

I loved the way you described the Okinawan Sweet Potato. "It taste purple."😂

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

lol. Not a very descriptive description😉😄

[@JohnRosado-n8t]

taste's.....

[@leilanimitchell6466]

@@JohnRosado-n8t Tim said "Taste", NOT taste's!

[@JohnRosado-n8t]

@@leilanimitchell6466 The correct terminology is taste's.....no offense....

[@bougiebohemian5393]

@@JohnRosado-n8tthe correct spelling is “tastes”.

[@ricochet9175]

I love Duke's. The food and drinks are delicious.

[@brozors]

I'm Korean, and I have to admit Hawaiians do wonders with their sliced short ribs. Their version of kalbi is so delicious and fun to eat.

[@Star-u3t1l]

Furikake Nori was on your rice, looks like you had a wonderful lunch! It is a great value for Hawaii. My fav is Highway Inn Restaurant or H-mart upstairs has great restaurants as well.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much! That topping made the rice delicious. I’ve heard of the highway inn restaurant and was hoping to go, but just not enough time. Will definitely hit up next time.

[@gcorkgal4167]

Great video! Planning a trip for Jan '25. Curious where you stayed. Thinking about nearby Surfjack which has no resort fees. Cheers! Gloria in far far West Texas

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

What a wonderful way to escape the winter! Although I suspect it does get too cold in Texas. Usually, I just get the packages from the travel sites like Expedia as I found out. It tends to cost more if I do it separately.

[@shanecarpenter-p2g]

Great video! I love eating at Dukes!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Beautiful setting and I suspect it’s a staple in Hawaii

[@pasha21k]

When i lived on Oahu, never liked Gio but loved the yellow truck en route North Shore.

[@RonEntropy]

@ 13:48 Hey Tim, that purple sweet potato thing you ate on this video is better known as UBE but that’s it in its original form. You’ve always eaten that purple yam or sweet potato in many Filipino dishes in past videos before. That’s just how it looks in its original form. Just wanted to mention that to you in cases you weren’t sure where UBE comes from. 😎👍

[@viviansicat5733]

That hula pie is amazing!

[@kennymckown8603]

Tim, looked to me like too much salads and rice , not enough meat for the money , I was surprised not your style😮 thanks from tropical Florida !

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I know… I just needed the rice with the pokey and the garlic shrimp. Very nice experience though.

[@dong4702]

Keep on keeping on Tim. We need to see good food and good eating! Aloha!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much for your kind comment🙏😃

[@aia1229]

It was fun eating with you! Great review, Tim.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much! Really enjoyable Buffet and great value🙏

[@patsalas5170]

This looked absolutely delicious ❤...especially the pork, garlic shrimp and poke 😋 there is a Dukes on PCH in Malibu and another on PCH in Huntington Beach but I don't think they have a lunch buffet...😢 Happy Sunday and Happy Travels 🙏🫂🧡

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

That garlic butter sauce on the shrimp was delicious…poke was definitely a highlight as well😋

[@popeyesailorman911]

Looks Yummy!! Especially the Poke ✌✌

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

The poke was so good😋

[@18fiftyIVA]

My mouth is watering!

[@MzLena2You]

Hawaii is now at the top of my bucket list. I know buffets or your niche, but whenever you go on a pizza quest, New Haven Connecticut welcomes you. Our buffets aren’t great, but we do pizza right.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

One cannot live on buffets alone… as they say . Definitely a big fan of great pizza.

[@happycook6737]

With so many nice things to try there, I would definitely skip lettuce salad. 😂Saves more space for the really yummy options.

[@traceyroyce6570]

Dukes is the best place to go in Waikiki! I live there when I visit 😂

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Agreed! Great place and I would have been happy with the drink and the ice cream macadamia pie

[@calvinmarshall1610]

Hi tim great price for a buffet it hurts to see you sweating sometimes tim in the heat and sun. Safe travels my friend

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you again, Calvin! Just not a big fan of the humidity. But all in all very enjoyable.😀

[@mikeareal]

You have a certain amount of elegance while eating at a buffet

[@turvey12]

Tim i think the food made you delirious towards the end and the wine😂😂

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

The drinks at Dukes are pretty strong

[@AlexRoss-eo2fp]

Very polite individual.

[@iREK4Ni]

your second round of food is defiantly what I would call "Hawaii on a plate" also having the pokebowl on the side.

[@sharonkim990]

Love Duke’s in Waikiki! If you have a chance go to Lulu’s too. It’s across the street from the ocean and they make the best loko moko 😋 🤙

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much for the recommendation! Just left Hawaii, but will keep that in mind for the next time

[@pamelasantosbermudes6424]

I love Lulu's Kalua Pig Loco Moco, Mochi Pancakes and the Beach Boy Nachos!

[@sharonkim990]

@@pamelasantosbermudes6424right 😊 the view is the best too 🤙

[@pamelasantosbermudes6424]

@@sharonkim990 right? Deck at the Queen Kapiolani Hotel nearby is also another amazing favorite of mine

[@Resmith18SR]

Tim taking another vacation from his vacation. 😂😂😂

[@YoungHov]

Just was there a few weeks ago , Love Dukes

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Hope you’re enjoying the wonderful weather there in Honolulu!

[@djdenzillkitchenandadventu8017]

Nice video when you come back to Vancouver I would love to me up with you and do some content

[@pamjones9076]

Looks yummy Tim ❤

[@JC1953RD]

Hi Tim, needless to say Im a fan. But as a starter in the KZbin world, i need to ask you. Do you finish everything you put on your 4, 5 plates, that you bring to the table, or do you eat pieces of what you bring and leave some? If you eat it all....much respect to you and your stomach! Keep it up!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Oh, typically the desserts are hard to finish…. Many places are kind enough to take it back to the kitchen quietly and pack it up. Unfortunately (or fortunately), many places pack more desserts in the containers. (In this case, I wasn’t able to finish the ice cream pie and was not able to pack it).

[@JC1953RD]

@@TimLeeLetsGo Thank you Tim for the fast reply. Being new at this (@ginbenourlife) i was just wondering how you managed. I must say though, we are very impressed with your ability to film, eat, talk...all still making the video very interesting and attractive. Great job!

[@pristinechristine2137]

Tim, I live HERE and I experience sticker shock every time I go grocery shopping. So, have to eat less, which is good for the health.

[@RJ_Focused]

I was in Waikiki, and a day at North Shore a week ago and miss already.

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It's very easy to miss the Hawaiian islands ;-)

[@Resmith18SR]

Tim, You work at your job as much as Bill and Lisa. A couple of days a month.😂

[@mapuanakupuna3471]

ty

[@laurielum378]

Aloha Tim! I live on Oahu and was wondering if you had to pick between Dukes and the Foodland Buffet, which offered better value?

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It’s tough to say! Definitely Duke’s for the poke and kalbi beef, but foodlands for the mimosa and desserts

[@mrdisco1]

That pie slice 😮😮😮

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

That was delicious and would definitely go back for that….it was huge 😋

[@mrdisco1]

@@TimLeeLetsGo How was the island doing in the aftermath of the previous natural diasters they faced?

[@ektran4205]

try the white pineapple

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I missed that! I must try next time

[@angelicasoup638]

👍👍👍👍

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

❤️🙏

[@darkqueennyannya159]

That hula pie has me jealous xd

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

It was one humungous pie! I would’ve gone back just for the pie itself on a hot sunny day

[@sarahr7890]

It's just water once it melts. Agree!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Watching it back, I’m actually a bit surprised at what I said😂

[@Waltaere]

Tiiim 😃

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

👋

[@ikiddyounot]

I was wondering what the white sauce on the Okinawan sweet potatoes was? Looked like a very decent spread for the price!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

I think it was a condensed milk type sauce. A little bit of sweetness compliments, the sweet potatoes.

[@ikiddyounot]

@@TimLeeLetsGo should have gotten you some fried mantou (Chinese buns) with condensed milk dip while you were here!

[@charleycharley858]

Ayyyy that's Ned. 😅

[@brandiboyd4181]

I really like your videos but I really wish you’d show everything on the buffet even if you aren’t eating it. Thanks!

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thank you so much! Will make sure to note that, I think I might’ve missed a few salads there

[@bacardimgtow4505]

was the Hula pie included in the $31?

[@dealopes3029]

BOM DIA TIM SHOW DE BOLA 😊😊😊😊

[@RodSwansmad]

17:06 You must have got special privilege being a KZbinr , never, have we gotten that many Macadamia Nuts with the Hula Pie 🤔 Lucky you 🤙

[@benh3427]

If you're here only in April, It is not really hot yet try late July or August. Also with an uv index of 12+ .(be careful of the strong sun) . Have a fun and safe stay here in oahu 🤙

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Thanks for the tip! Will need to stock up on sun screen 😉

[@carolyncrytzer5789]

“Hisbiscus” 😂❤

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Hope it was pronounced right😉

[@paulokuong]

a tip for eating ribs, u can use your front teeth to tear the cartilage off the bones, the whole thing will fall out. haha

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

Very good to know, and I’ve also done that once or twice, or many times😋

[@kendrawaterbury2328]

Yum

[@TimLeeLetsGo]

😋