660794 Mon Oct 19 16:18:11 -0700 2009 0 25 Elsewhere In America 0 5115557 IchiBen, tucked in a little strip mall in Pearl City, was fantastic in every way. We saw the sign and peaked in -- we thought it was counter service because of the location and it looked small but No. They have full sit-down service. Our waitress was great -- patient and attentive, answering questions and making superb recommendations. She suggested the Kalbi main dish, and it was a generous serving of incredibly flavorful beef. It was open flamed grilled, a great cut -- very tender. Chicken was very good as well. If you can't make up your mind, they have a combo plate. Side dishes made the delicious meal complete --especially the wonderful slightly sweet tasting "pickled" veggies. We also ordered IchiRice to share -- huge portion and flavorful and "fresh." Tons of food -- fantastic quality and inexpensive. To top off the fabulous food experience - we had the delightful pleasure of meeting one of the owners, Francis. Nice guy. Check it out ..... off of Kam Highway (99) on Ka'ahumanu St Mon Oct 19 16:18:11 -0700 2009 71956 sherylga