Fire fire fire!!!! some of the best food on the planet let alone the island grab a beer while you wait from the market across the street then come hungry because you will be full for your 20$ I got the pulled pork and brisket with mac and cheese and some beans with regular sauce it's out of this world!! Come here hungry and leave your feelings at home the chef has a personality and you should have a sense of humor while your on the island. Love this place and the chef is hilarious!! read more

D Green's BBQ - Awesome place in the shade on a sunny day. - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

The chef hails from Oakland and you can taste that Everett & Jones influence in his sauce and style. The fried okra (crisp as you could ask) is excellent and the curly fries with Kalua pork are outrageous. What separates this BBQ from the rest are not the ribs (which are great) but the brisket, which is tender, falling apart and caramelized at the same time. Excellent sauce makes everything you order here fit together. Thank you, Chef D! I've seen a few comments here about Chef D's attitude - I can simply say that I was polite to him and he was polite to me, and very kind and respectful to my 77-year old father. A good man with a good heart. read more

D Green's BBQ - The chef is in the house! - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

I moved to Kauai August 2017 & have been here full time since August 2018. FYI, I'm a complete foodie & if I remembered to pull up this app 1/2 the time, my profile would have a TON more reviews! So I live in Lihue right up the street from Kauai Beer Co. On Tuesday, they have a food truck event which I thought would be fun to join in on considering I've gone to more restaurants then food trucks since being on island. This was the 2nd food truck event I'd been to. I hadn't had BBQ in awhile, other than Chicken in a Barrel, which I love! Anyway, I hesitated to leave this review but glad I waited. Going through the Yelp & Facebook reviews, I noticed a VERY obvious pattern w/ the 1-3 star reviews; customer service, mainly relating to ATTITUDE. Tonight on Facebook, I come across some recent posts & noticed 2 recent pics for ribs & burnt ends were noted as #beef. The owner responded to my question on Facebook w/ very flippant responses which I was taken aback by. Here's the deal; before I ordered at their truck that evening, I asked the young guy who took my order if the ribs were pork or beef. Valid question as their menu does NOT specify which meat type & for those like me, whether it's a personal/dietary &/or religious preference, I feel it's important to know. Like if they're beef, I'll order the ribs, if they're pork, I'll go for the chicken or something else, right? I'm going to say this.... The sides that came w/ my plated meal were great; you could tell they're homemade & the coleslaw was different but very good! Instead of rolls, I received sliced bread. Not a deal breaker that would cause a star loss. But after experiencing that infamous attitude that has been mentioned by others? I don't know if I would come back to this place the next time I have a bbq craving. Heck, Chicken in a Barrel is still my go-to for chicken on the island & that has ZERO to do w/ the owners' response! Anyone who's been there knows what I mean. I understand the owner has a passion for his craft & I respect that, but dude, you ARE running a BUSINESS. Not just having a cookout in your backyard w/ family & friends. It's a different dynamic. People are investing in you & your product. A bad attitude can ruin a good meal. You need to think long term. I may be a transplant from the mainland, but think of all the tourists that you cater to on a daily basis... I was once a tourist. Think of all those people that go back to the mainland or wherever they're visiting from... word of mouth is like bees to the nest; one goes back & tells the ENTIRE tribe, "go here for the good stuff, stay away from there!"... So as I said, the negative reviews have been consistent. Please be more mindful towards people who ask questions about your food. Them ASKING is part of the SALES process. They're called "buyer questions". If I made flippant comments to my clients or potential clients, not only would I LOSE CURRENT business, but you bet your ass word spreads in the industry. ANY industry. Like "don't work w/ this person, they've got an attitude". It adds up over time & you lose BIGTIME. No matter what your day is like, if you're feeling overwhelmed, take a freakin break for 10 minutes! Heck, take a breather. No ones insulting you or your food by asking a QUESTION about it, especially when it's not being answered on the menu or in the step x step order process you've posted. People like your food, so humble yourself for more consistent positive reviews. Keep in mind, Yelp is also a network. So you have people from ALL OVER THE COUNTRY checking reviews about where to go when they're in town. As a business owner, you need to pay attention because this is showing you where you need improvement. It's your choice to work long hours in a hot truck all day. But don't you think that it would be more fulfilling during the times a potential customer asks a question, you just take a quick moment to center yourself & answer it? If it's not specified on the menu, update the menu w/ the correct info so you don't have to deal w/ that question again. Simple. Think about all the questions a buyer would ask ahead of time, have a way to have it answered, or train your people to know the answers. There are plenty of great courses in sales, take them online in your spare time. In the mean time, NOT sure if I will stop by this truck again. When it comes to the future, I know for sure if I got married I would want some kind of bbq catered but I wouldn't want my guests saying the "highlight" of my wedding was how rude the food catering service was... yea, I think that far ahead. read more

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It's a one man show of tasty! Since it's a one man show it will take some time... know that ahead of time. We went here yesterday and will be back. The group ordered wings, pork plate and a combo of brisket and sausage. Sides for the combo plate were beans and Mac n cheese. Everything was devoured and gone! There is plenty of outside seating and corn hole to play. read more

Soooo goooooooooood! Worth the stop it's so flavorful and juicy! In one picture I have the chicken (white) with mild BBQ and coleslaw , and the second plate has brisket and pulled pork and potato salad. read more

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Finding Darren (hope I am spelling the owner's name correctly) open on a Super Bowl Sunday was the first amazing part of our day. Meeting a most grounded and friendly owner and learning he's from Oakland CA where were are traveling from) was the funnest synchronistic experience. Then getting to enjoy the tenderest and most delicious brisket was the best part. Really can't compare any of these five star experiences listed above but I do hope to return to try some other items on the BBQ menu. read more

Been waiting all week for this BBQ... Best on the island! Ribs fall off the bone, brisket is tender and moist, burnt ends were the treat of the meal! Medium bbq had good heat, hot was even better! Try everything! You will not leave hungry and you will leave happy. read more

D Green's BBQ - ribs and bread in a styrofoam container - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

The food is absolutely amazing! The brisket and pulled pork are so tender. The wait was short and the owner is friendly. Definitely best BBQ on the island. Recommend 100%! read more

Saw this food truck, decided to try it out. Throughout my life growing up in the US south, I've had good ribs, okay ribs, and rather sad ribs...Today was one of those rare few times you find GREAT ribs! Perfectly cooked, sauced, and served with a hunk of white bread. Took me right back to Dreamland in Alabama (if you love ribs you know Dreamland). Uncle (an Hawaiian thing) is truly an artist cooking that BBQ. Thanks for serving an outstanding lunch. Now we have another great place on the island to eat. read more

Ok, let's get down to it. This place is simply outstanding!! True dry rub bbq. I can't imagine the work that must be involved in prepping meat if this quality every day and in a food truck! Impressive. We had ribs and slaw, and sausage and slaw with regular sauce. Delicious and the slaw was light and fresh. BBQ tasty with just the right kick in the dry rub. These folks know their bbq!! So glad to see the food truck presence in Koloa Town. If they are open, do give them a try! read more

D Green's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Awesome food truck! Great server with a good memory and good sense of humor. food was delicious and quick! read more

D Green's BBQ - Ribs, sausage links w pineapple, & mac n cheese! - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Brisket was great but the sides weren't as good. Service with an attitude. Should have known it wouldn't be good with the sign on the truck. Everything is my favorite that's why it is on the menu. And the last sit down and be patient.' read more

D Green's BBQ - Tree by food truck. - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Wait, hold up, there's delicious BBQ on Kauai?? From a food truck?? Yes, it's true. Some delicious freaking eats for this humble little truck. Two plate combo: brisket and ribs. Both EXCELLENT. I'm picky about my ribs but damn these were good and fall apart. Brisket had little pockets of fat -- YES. That sauce tho. Mac & cheese - classic, rich and creamy. 4 year old loved it. Baked beans not really our jam but everything else made up for it. Chatted it up, found out he's from the Bay, love the rep. Sad he was closed for our 2nd visit but lots of great tasting memories to take with us! Watch out for the chickens! read more

Stopped for lunch at exactly the right time and place today! Last day of my trip and was hungry and craving some good BBQ. D Green's did not disappoint! I was here right at 11 when they opened. I got the 2 meat plate with pulled pork and brisket. That comes with 2 sides: I ordered coleslaw and mac & cheese. The pulled pork and the brisket were both tender and delicious, with just the right amount of smoke and bark on the brisket. The sauce was delicious (there are 3 levels of spice: regular, medium, and hot). The sides were excellent. I was especially impressed with the mac and cheese: it had interesting spices in the bechamel that really added to the unique flavor. There is a nice seating area around the trucks there, with a cornhole beanbag toss setup you can play while you wait for your food. Excellent food, great spot to stop for lunch! read more

D Green's BBQ - 2 meat plate: pulled pork, brisket, coleslaw, mac & cheese. - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Best BBQ on the island. We got the brisket, pulled pork, and fall off the bone chicken - all were fantastic! Highly recommend stopping here!

Very tasty food and pleasant service. Will go back next visit to Hawai'i. Can't wait

The guy working here today is a rude as anyone I've come across in the restaurant business. I asked him if I could get a lean cut of brisket to which he answered "all the brisket is the same". Then I asked if I could see it to which he said "there are lots of photos online". Guess its tough to find good help. read more

D Green's food truck is not open 24/7 in fact as we ordered food from the noodle truck next to it the lady there told us that D Greens has been closed since the pandemic started. Bummer! We were so looking forward to the BBQ based on the amazing reviews. read more

"I've been around the world and I-I". I'm a serious BBQ head, and spent time in Lexington NC, Kansas City, in Texas and many spots in between. This is the real deal. Not only is this the best BBQ in Hawaii, this is some of the best BBQ I've ever had. It's rare that chefs get the brisket, pulled pork and ribs all correct - but this dude is out here doing just that. We come to Kauai every couple years and are always struck why there isn't a line around the block to get to this smoky, juicy, sweet, spicy flavor combo. In the meantime I hope this dude keeps it going. It's truly the real deal. Slaw isn't my favorite but the rest of the sides slap. I could crush a plate right now. read more

D Green's BBQ - Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, potato salad, slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Great bbq place. Our normally not a meat eater also enjoyed the chicken and mac and cheese. read more

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Good bbq is not something I expect to find in Hawaii, let alone at home on Kauai. Dgreens Nailed it. Both the Ribs & Brisket are on point, juicy tender, flavorful, falling apart no knife needed, plus burnt ends thrown in for good measure!! Different spice level sauces for everyone, tried spicy and medium so far, both were good. So much delicious Smokey flavor. Mac and cheese is classic homemade baked goodness. Don't expect it to resemble kraft Mac n cheese, this is real adult food here. Comfort food to the max. Baked beans are a step above as well. Now that Sueokas is owned by ABC store, I'll gladly come here instead & spend a little more for this homemade meal. Prices are inline for what you would expect for Kauai, the quality and portions. If it seems expensive to you, look around, everything's expensive in paradise. The new go to spot for lunch on the south side. read more

Delicious! It's a bit tricky to find this place open but he does suggest checking IG first to see the hours. The owner was friendly and struck up a conversation with us since we are all from California. I ordered the brisket and ribs with mac & cheese and my bf ordered the pulled pork and baked beans. Everything I tried was so good and the spiciest bbq sauce he has is AMAZING!! Stop here on your visit! Food is great. read more

Best brisket!!! Also had pulled pork which was super tasty. Would recommend 10/10. I'll be back! read more

D Green's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Great BBQ truck! The brisket was fabulous. Generous portion. The islanders know this place. Be sure to check the times they are open.

The meat was soooooo tender. I had ribs and brisket. His brisket was more tender than my Yiddisha Grandmother. The sides, beans and coleslaw were also very food. Beans were killer, and slaw had more carrots than cabbage, with a very light, and not overly sweet dressing. I decided I needed to get some hushpuppies too. Just perfect.. hot, crispy, and flavorful. I'd get them again. One woman on here wrote a pretty scathing review complaining about attitude, and sliced wheat bread instead of rolls. Ya cant take your home town with you, so go with the flow..I did not experience any bad attitudes. The owner was polite, and very personable. I plan on going back at least once before going home. read more

Pleasantly surprised to find this BBQ spot. Everything was good but the burnt ends were amazing! read more

D Green's BBQ - Brisket, Mac n cheese, Potato Salad, and burnt ends. - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Came here on 3/20/2019.. my fiancée and I shared the large plate $20. You get 2 meats and 2 sides: we opted for the ribs & hot links with cole slaw and Mac & cheese with medium spicy BBQ sauce. This was enough to feed us both and satisfied! This place is a legit BBQ spot! We tried to come here a few days prior, but it was already closed (at 3pm). Everything was solid! Tasty meats, great sides and delicious sauce! The owner is super friendly! When in the south side this is the place to get your lunch for sure! read more

We stopped at the D Green's Bbq food truck and it was absolutely amazing!! The man working was very patient and super friendly not to mention handsome!! The food is so good if your in the area it's a must!!! Thanks for the little extra piece for me read more

D Green's BBQ - BBQ ribs, Mac n cheese, potatoe salad and bread!! - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

My family is from Texas so I grew up on BBQ...& while I'm not a snob I certainly am not a slouch. I can say without a doubt that Darren's ribs are the best I've ever had...anywhere. He's incredibly kind and nice and wonderful....but it's his cooking that will make me wish I could commute to Kaua'i daily. Do yourself a favor- try it. Oh, my son had the brisket and that was amazing as well- all homemade rubs and sauces as well!!! read more

Quick lunch stop after visiting Waimea Canyon. Really solid BBQ, excellent service and relaxed casual seating. Grab an adult beverage from the store across the street before you head over. Plenty of parking right behind the trucks or in the town. Would highly recommend this food truck for a great BBQ lunch stop. read more

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We ate here 4 years ago when we were visiting and I really wanted to eat here again--I was so happy to find out it's still there! I had the brisket both times and it was better than I remembered it! The food came quickly and the guy who was cooking/serving was really nice! read more

Hands down the best BBQ on the island. Had the brisket and ribs with the medium sauce. Potato salad and Mac and cheese as the sides. Food was fantastic, owner was great and even checked in on us a few times despite being the last ones around on a Sunday afternoon. Very much worth the drive from anywhere on the island. read more

D Green's BBQ - Brisket/Ribs with Mac and Potato salads. - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Best Barbecue on the island hands down! Ribs, Brisket,Pulled Pork, Hush puppies! , Fried pickles!, Mac.n.cheese! Just a few of the amazing choices on the menu. A must try if your on the south shore of Kauai. My personal favorite food truck on island. I keep coming back for more! read more

D Green's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

This place is almost always closed, and they never update Yelp on their hours of operation. I've tried to eat here several times and even though it says they're open, you will find yourself disappointed and hungry. read more

What a pleasure it was to eat from this truck. The setting is absolutely lovely. The owner was personable. The bbq was out of this world and super reasonable. You can play corn hole and bocci ball while you wait for your freshly made meals right next to the sugar mill original stack. It is right in Koloa. GO! read more

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For a food truck, the food was alright. The meat came out okay, there was quite a bit of fat on it but it tasted good. The Mac and cheese wasn't exactly mac and cheese, it was kind of mushy not very yummy at all. Ultimately the service fell short and the guy wasn't really happy to help or offer suggestions, my friend refused to buy anything because he was rude. I wouldn't come back for the high prices and low customer service. read more

D Green's BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Heard of this place from a good friend, I got the rib plate, the brisket plate, potato salad and cole slaw on one and coleslaw and Mac and cheese on the other. All of it was really good (I'm not a huge Mac and cheese guy and the Mac and cheese was good) the meat is FIRE! (Not fire as in hot but fire as in amazing) so good and I'm a picky bbq guy, the ribs where perfect not fall off the bone mushy but bite into and pull off the bone perfect. The game changer is the bbq sauce it's legit, it's like he didn't try to do too much with it, he keeps it simple but unique enough of a taste to know you haven't had exactly it before, that's why you keep taking more bites trying to decide if it's the meat that tastes sooo good or the bbq sauces. So dude threw a couple burnt ends in on top and told me "you will love these" they were ridiculously good the kind of good that you type a long ass review in yelp for them Good. It's a must stop next time in Kauai it's only like 4 minutes from the grand Hyatt hotel. read more

A buddy recommended that I try this place and there is a reason he is my friend...this was spot on, very good and very reasonable in price. When you factor in the quantity and quality of food it's a great bargain, especially anywhere near Poipu. My wife and I shared a 2 meat plate with pulled pork and brisket with a side of beans and Mac and cheese and still had leftovers. The brisket and pulled pork were tender and the tangy yet sweet BBQ sauce had just a tinge of pineapple and really gave this meal a Hawaiian flair. The beans were meaty and unique with more of that tanginess found in the other sauces. I was also very pleased with the owner operator who was pleasant and very accommodating to my son, who has several developmental disabilities and is a picky eater. Although brisket or pulled pork are usually the only sandwiches he makes, he made a special chopped chicken sandwich with more of that flavorful BBQ sauce and my son's pickiness was gone...he devoured the yummy sandwich. The only reason I gave this a 4 star was we had to share the picnic setting with the frickin chickens...Roosters everywhere like the rest of the island. All in all it was worth while and I will definitely be back next time I'm in Kauai. read more

Some DELICIOUS BBQ in Kauai! I stopped while doing some work on the road and the food was out fast and it was fantastic! I'm a BBQ sauce fan and they have their own (and I'm all about the spicy one!) I had a brisket plate and it hit the spot. Will be heading back there when I'm over again for work. read more

D Green's BBQ - brisket plate - Barbeque Near Me - Koloa, Hawaii

Sooooo good! Had the brisket, ribs, potato salad and macaroni cheese. They were all amazing! D is awesome. Will definitely come back when we're on the island again! read more