I 10/10 recommend The Palapala! Loved our experience with Pacific Island Barbeque! The Lumpas…read morewere excellent, the island chicken and cucumbers were so good we had to order more! The owners are so friendly! If you're looking for a food truck for your next event give them a shout! Also, if you see them visit them! Check their Facebook page for where they will be set up!

Exceptional service and the food was wonderful. The owner took his time explaining how he makes the…read morefood and actually showed me his process on fhe grill. Highly recommend this island cuisine.

Papis tacos is the absolute best! We go regularly for their…read morehorchata and birria The customer service is always amazing and we love when Linda is there she seems to remember everyone that walks through the doors! Every time someone comes to visit us we make sure they get to try papis!

Simple and excellent. Have been twice since staying temporarily in the area and the food has been…read morefantastic both times. The burritos are very large and filling which is good given the price. I think both times my total has come out around $13 for the burrito alone, no sides or drinks included which is fine since the burrito is filling enough. Food comes out quickly, menu easy to read and staff very polite. The resultant itself is simple but very clean and organized inside. Only complaint is that they didn't open early enough for us to get out breakfast burrito sooner! Would easily be one of my top recommendations for the area.

I am so happy we came across this place! Pop pops was set up outside the Walmart in Elizabethtown…read moreand they drew me in with their brightly colored food truck and hot dogs. The hot dogs are 100% all beef and absolutely delicious! I got the jumbo and it was fabulous. I tried their watermelon lemonade and it was to die for! The gentleman I spoke with (perhaps Pop Pop himself) was telling me about how he's perfected the recipe on the watermelon lemonade. I loved hearing about it, it was great service. We can't wait to return and try more things on the menu! I followed on Facebook and see they offer different specials which I love. Highly recommend!

I am so happy that they brought their food truck to Lincoln Lodge in Hodgenville. The Kalua Pork is…read moreso good that I immediately went to Elizabethtown the next day at lunch time since I was going to be close to their serving spot for more of that delectable dish. Absolutely phenomenal Kalua Pork done exactly as it should be. I have since tried several of their other menu items but the pork is far and above my very favorite. Whatever protein your palate desires they have something to please you. I was discussing the various menu options just Wednesday night with the only person in front of me in line and she expressed her strong desire for the Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl. I told her that I had been pleased with everything on the menu but she was going to stay strong and stick with her usual order. Once again, this is in Hodgenville, not a place known for adventuresome eating, and their food is so good that they already have a strong following in an area where Hawaiian cuisine is practically unknown. By the time the truck actually opened for service, there was a significant line of people waiting to order. It also makes me very happy that poke is on the horizon. I am very excited to try some actual authentic Hawaiian poke! This is a must try food truck and I would not be surprised if a brick and mortar place may soon be in the mix.

Papa Haoles (How-lees as pronounced on their food truck) is fairly new yet gaining a fast and…read morepopular recognition. Considering there hasn't been any competition to them in the area it is a welcomed option to the area. In all fairness to them, coming from the islands and making many of the same dishes they offer, "Mama's is hard to beat." Know that this is not a complaint or to say mine is better. Everyone has different tastes for what they are used to and what Papa Haoles offers may provide what an individual has preference. If you crave Hawaiian style "grinds" and either don't know how to make it or want the quick fix, this should be your go-to. Their rotation of locations each day is smart to extend their reach within Hardin County. What is nice is they rotate within the same day! This is the essence of a food truck, to be on the move and for you to be ready to go after where they may be. In the spirit of some popular trucks in bigger cities giving them #papahaoles will increase their recognition and following. They are also great at rotating their offerings and providing new items to prevent stagnation. It won't be a surprise if they eventually gain enough volume to demand a storefront in the near future. Their 4 star rating is primarily based on the variety of options, the unique faire that this area lacks and the taste of the islands this area desperately needed. Islanders support other islanders and it's exciting to know we have somewhere to go, when "Mama don't feel like cooking tonight" A great alternative over the plethora of Asian style restaurants in the area. Wishing them continued success!

Wow! They have to serve some of the most flavorful, crunchy fried catfish I've ever had! Fresh out…read morethe fryer and made to order, you can't go wrong! The staff is incredibly friendly, they provided excellent service and even gave my toddler a cookie while we waited for our food. The truck itself is very clean and so cute! We hope to catch them out again soon!

Food was delicious! Service was great and everything came out quickly. Will be back!!read more

13 oct 2026. Ordered per telephone from online menu. Veggie quesadillas for $11.50 and 3 taco…read moresupreme for $11.50. $23.00+ tax. My wife goes in to pick up and is charged over $28. She went back in with online menu and was told that the tacos are now $12.99 and quesadillas are $13.99. Is that not false advertisement? Did not even offer a refund of the difference due to their error. I'll never go back again

Absolutely some of the best Asian food in the area from brick and mortar to food trucks! There is…read morenothing on the menu that isn't good!