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    Da Bald Guy

    4.6 (737 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Trung N.

    The peeled garlic butter shrimp ($20) from Da Bald Guy was one of the best bites I had during my recent trip to Honolulu. I love a good garlic shrimp, but I've only ever had it hot and thick on the sauce. At Da Bald Guy, such is not the case. For starters, the shrimp is peeled, leaving the actual shrimp itself to catch all the flavor. It's not heavily doused in sauce. Instead, the use of garlic butter is more intentional where you can taste the sweetness of the shrimp. Sensationally good. No notes. If you find yourself driving to the North Shore, do yourself a favor and stop by Da Bald Guys for their peeled garlic butter shrimp.

    Melissa J.

    So much flavor, and very generous portion sizes. I love a limited menu that still offers a variety of choices. The shrimp was packed with flavor! Tons of seating was available at comfortable picnic style tables with umbrellas, also surrounded by shade trees as well.

    Steak + Pan Fried Poke Plate
    Shirley W.

    We just visited a tour from Kualoa Ranch and made a stop here as it was the midpoint to going to North Shore. It's located with a ton of other small trucks and eateries, so it's a nice pit stop just to wind down and relax! There's a convenient parking lot on the both sides of the whole area. When we visited around 1pm, it wasn't too crowded. More people waiting for their order and just 2 people ahead. The menu listed that they don't do combos anymore (sad!) and they ran out of galbi for the day. We really wanted to try the galbi! So we ordered the pan-fried poke, shrimp, and steak plates. It did take awhile for our order to be ready, since we were also killing time trying to find a table, find drinks nearby, etc. I mainly had the pan-fried poke which I do really enjoy the sauce, but I found it to be nothing too special. The idea of it sounds pretty neat, but I feel like the pan-fried poke was a bit too over done, it almost could have just been grilled fish at that point lol. The steak was pretty flavorful, and the shrimp had all the garlic bits that were pretty flavorful as well. The mac salad was also pretty nice, but pretty heavy and creamy. It is overall a heavy meal, which we all almost went into a food coma haha.

    Combo Plate
    Candace B.

    I saw this place on TikTok and was trying the kahuku shrimp at all the viral places. This place was good. I ordered the shrimp peeled and I think I should have left it on. The ribs were fatty and hard to eat. They were very sweet but still good. The shrimp was good and the mac salad was the best thing on the plate. I would recommend to try at least once to knock them off the list. Grab a plate here and then walk to Giovanni's to see who has the better of the two.

    Claudine V.

    We finally got to try Da Bald Guy yesterday--this has been on our list for years, but we always seemed to miss them since they close at 2 PM. When we arrived, it was almost closing and everything was sold out except for the spicy pan-fried ahi poke. That actually worked out perfectly because it was exactly what we had been wanting to try. Oh wow--it did not disappoint. The flavors were bold, savory, and had just the right amount of spice. We took our food over to Kahuku Beer Garden and enjoyed it with some beers, and it honestly hit differently in the best way. Definitely worth planning ahead for next time so we can try more from their menu.

    Chopped Steak w/ Caramelized Onions, Peeled Garlic Butter Shrimp, Cajun Garlic Butter Shrimp
    Peter C.

    A must stop every time we visit Oahu! This time we were lucky to catch them twice at the pearlgate food truck event and at the usual spot in north shore. Only downfall of catching them at an event is the limited menu, which didn't have the Kalbi (our favorite), furikake crusted salmon (another fave) and the pan fried poke. We were in north shore and barely made the cut at 11am for the Kalbi and ordered the last 2 plates! Honestly everything is good, but my two favorites are the Kalbi & furikake crusted salmon. Both are always cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. Until next time!

    Furikake crusted salmon
    Nhung M.

    So I have my favorites when visiting Oahu, and this is a must for me!!! Furikake crusted Salmon and kabli plate is fire. Must get extra sauce (and I like extra spice on mine too). The fish is so crispy even though it's drenched in sauce. Seasoned well, cooked perfectly, never dry and that crusty skin is tasty! Kalbi is tender and flavorful, with large potions. The bf and I share a plate and it's plenty for both of us. Everything is made to order and fresh, and they are quick to get your food to you. Ever since their Netflix special they are so popular, they sell out of the fish every day so make sure to get there by noon. Friendly staff and always so nice too! There's plenty of outdoor bench seating or you can take your food to the indoor beer garden for some shade. Plenty of little shops around to get some kick knacks too.

    Matthew C.

    This was an alright plate for me. I'm not the biggest fan of garlic shrimp so maybe I should've gotten something else. The shrimp was super buttery and heavy, not my vibe. The garlic was good though. Also shrimp to rice ratio was way too off for me, had me eating spoonfuls of straight rice. The Mac salad is absolutely Gods gift to this green earth. Idk what's the special sauce in it but man it's so good. Creamy but not too heavy. Super good.

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    Brenda R.

    So good! We wanted to try the Kalbi and made the drive. They were sold out. Decided to try the chopped steak and garlic shrimp. It was definitely worth the drive. So good. Service was quick and there was a family friendly seating area.

    Braised Boneless Kal Bi and Pan Fried Poke plates come with rice and mac salad.
    Chanel A.

    Some of the best plate lunches on the island! I try to stop by whenever they're at the What the Truck events at Waikele and Millilani. Service is usually quick but get there when they open to avoid lines. Must orders include the super tender Braised Boneless Kal Bi and the creamy and spicy Pan Fried Poke. Definitely follow them on Instagram to stay up to date on their monthly pop-ups.

    Chopped Steak w/ Caramelized Onions and Pan-Fried Poke
    Devonte J.

    I have heard so much hype about Da Bald Guy so I have been wanting to try it and finally got my chance! To say the least I was very underwhelmed, the pan fried poke was not seasoned and had very little flavor. I wanted the kalbi but it was sold out so I got the chopped steak instead and the steak was clearly not high quality, very stringy, full of tendons in big pieces and not tender at all, also not seasoned well. Waited over 20min as they were very busy but for nearly a $40 plate this was a huge disappointment.

    Get there early before he sells out!
    Mikey H.

    This year, my new foodie friends and I planned to start our island food tour here. The area has changed so much! There used to be just a market, and maybe one or two trucks and/or food shops to choose from. Now it's a mecca of food trucks, so there's a lot to choose from. Luckily, we were early, found parking and were able to order. We shared the kalbi and the shrimp. Both come with rice and one scoop mac salad. The kalbi was so tender! The shrimp were buttery and full of garlic flavor! We didn't eat all our rice because we were planning to eat throughout the day. Staff was very friendly! Lots of people coming up to get lunch. Not sure if Da Bald guy was working, but it was all so good! Mahalo Bald Guy!

    Grilled Steak w/ Pan Fried Poke
    Evan T.

    11/10 we make it a point to visit Da Bald Guy's at least 2 to 3 times per our 7 day visit to Waikiki each year! We originally stumbled upon this place in 2022 just looking for some food on the north shore not realizing they were part of a Netflix show hype, but man was it the best random "let's try that" we ever had. Super bummed they stopped the combo plates last year but as of Jan 2026 they are back on the menu!!! Recommendations in order 1. Pan Fried Poke in Spicy Mayo (10/10) 2. Kalbi Beef 3. Grilled Steak 4. Garlic Shrimp If you're a couple or duo, highly recommend getting a combo and splitting for the best variety! The portions are quite large and my gf always has some saved for left overs later in the day. Worth the drive and while up there make a day trip to the Polynesian Cultural Center! (Go to exhibits)

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    Ask the Community - Da Bald Guy

    Is the full menu open all day ?we would want to have Kalbi beef or poke when we arrive in am

    If you get there early enough, the full menu should be available.

    What's the address?

    Posted on their page 56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731

    Are any of your food items gluten free?

    Steak with no sauce and all eggs. We usually have rice and mac with every plate.

    Since you are open 6-2 Mon-Sat, what time do you start serving lunch? Or is breakfast & lunch served all day? Mahalo!

    Breakfast items is served 6am-10am Lunch items is served all day until 2pm or until we sell out

    Hi, are you open either Dec 9/10/11, 2022? Hours posted say you are closed thursday-sunday. Just want to confirm. Thanks!

    We will be back open on the 12th sorry for the inconvenience

    Hi! Here from the Mainland for a few days.....what's your location? Also are you open Sundays?

    Open til 2. Not sure if location but coming from Waikiki, it's on right side in food truck in small shopping area.

    Hi I saw you on Netflix n my mouth is watering ? By any chance u sell T-shirt too? I'm from California, thank you I'll see you guys sometime in the near future.

    We do please message us on IG @dabaldguy_foodtruck

    Hello! Very excited to visit soon! Are all menu items available from when you open until you close? Inclusive of breakfast and lunch plates? Thank you!

    Yes as long as we have the product we will sell till its out. We carry as much product as the truck allows us to. But we do sell out of items and by the end of tge day the whole menu. Just keep that in mind, don't want to disappoint anyone driving… Read more

    Are you usually at the same location, at the address given here in Yelp? The map in Yelp shows a wide range not a firm location. Thanks.

    When you drive into the main sugar mill entrance you will see a store in front of you. Drive to the right of the store staying on the paved road and you will see da bald guy on the right.

    Is there an address?

    56-565 Kamehameha Hwy., Kahuku, Hawaii, 96731 We are closed now, but will be open at 6am tomorrow. I… Read more

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