Lake Forest, CA — Ono Hawaiian BBQ is celebrating the grand opening of its 119th location, marking the company’s first restaurant in South Orange County. The new Lake Forest location brings the brand’s signature island-inspired flavors to a growing community eager for fresh, flavorful Hawaiian cuisine.
The grand opening, scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025, will feature a festive Luau celebration. Guests can enjoy a Hawaiian dance performance, a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, raffles, and merchandise giveaways. In addition, customers will have the chance to take advantage of a special Buy One, Get One Free promotion throughout the day. The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 23647 El Toro Ste E., Lake Forest, CA 92630.
The Lake Forest opening coincides with Ono Hawaiian BBQ’s 23rd anniversary. Since its founding, the company has grown into a beloved brand across California and Arizona. For more than two decades, Ono Hawaiian BBQ has been known for serving made-to-order, fresh-off-the-grill dishes that celebrate the flavors of the Hawaiian Islands…