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    Hanalei Poke

    4.3 (500 reviews)
    ModerateFood Trucks, Salad, Poke
    Closed 11:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    HANALEI POKE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Hanalei special poke
    Anna P.

    Wouldn't recommend getting poke here. We tried poke at several different spots around the island, including places where poke isn't even the main focus - and every single one was better than this. That includes the atmosphere, the food, and the service. When we ordered, they just handed us the containers, no bag, no napkins, nothing. Not sure how we were supposed to carry multiple containers by hand all the way to the beach. The poke itself was bland, and they don't provide anything to fix it, no salt, no pepper, no soy sauce. There was a lot of rice and very little fish, which feels pretty strange for the price. Again, we had poke in other places on the island and it was way better. I'd recommend skipping this spot and trying poke somewhere else if you can.

    Hanalei special
    Rachel C.

    Delicious poke bowls in a convenient location for shopping and the beach at Hanalei. We had to stop by, as my husband is a big poke fan, and I grew up watching Guy Fieri. The food was fresh and tasty, and I appreciated having tons of flavor options to choose from. I'm not a big fan of edamame, so it was nice to have plenty of menu items without. We ordered a Hanalei special plate, which provided enough food for us to share. Otherwise, the price was a bit high for a one-person meal. Worth noting that there is only one fish option--tuna--for those looking for salmon or something cooked. Outdoor seating area is the only option for dining in. It's a roomy and breezy spot, but with a view to one of the parking lots for Ching Young Village. We enjoyed watching the chickens, but that might not be an experience for everyone.

    Hanalei special plate
    Jerry H.

    Hanalei poke has been featured on the food network with innovative poke dishes such as poke plates with macadamia nuts, mango, watermelon and more. The service was fast and helpful. The restaurant has limited outdoor seating in its patio. Some of the dishes like the wasabi based poke was just a bit too strong on the wasabi flavor. It was hard to taste the fish. The fish chunks are smaller than other Kauai poke places so it's harder to get the fish flavor. The local boy and security bowls were very good.

    Hanalei poke plate
    Yung K.

    The food was fantastic here. I had the Hanalei plate and it was delicious. Everything was fresh and the flavors were punchy and perfect. No notes.

    Vitali Z.

    We wrapped up a solid Sunday the right way -- sun, water, and that deep, earned hunger after a long paddleboard session. After a few hours on the water, there's only one thing that really makes sense in Hawaii: poke. Fresh. Simple. No drama. Or so you hope. Hanalei Poke was an easy choice at first. A quick search, strong reputation, beautiful location. Inside, the place looks great -- clean, bright, laid-back island vibe. The menu is straightforward and easy to understand, which I actually appreciate. No unnecessary complications. But here's where things started to slip. We were a group of four, clearly hungry, clearly trying to understand what works best if you're eating on the beach. I had to actively pull information out of the staff -- what to order, how portions work, what makes sense for first-timers. It wasn't rude, just uncomfortable. I shouldn't feel like I'm bothering someone by asking how to order food at a place that lives off tourists. When the food was ready, we were handed four separate containers, utensils, and drinks -- no bag, no offer, no question. Just "here you go." We were heading straight to the beach. Luckily, there were four of us to carry everything. For a $109 bill, that kind of service simply doesn't match the price point. A bag or even the courtesy of asking would've gone a long way. Now, the important part -- the poke itself. It was good. Fresh fish, solid flavors, well balanced. No complaints there. The food did its job, and I enjoyed eating it by the ocean. But overall? Good food alone isn't always enough. I don't usually give four-star reviews, but this is one of those cases. Beautiful spot, tasty poke, but service that feels a bit too indifferent for the prices they charge. Thank you -- but next time, I'll try a different place.

    Outside
    Paul M.

    Another amazing poke meal! When you get fresh fish and you add it to the other amazing ingredients it's hard to beat! I ordered the Kealia that had watermelon and mangoes along with mint in it! Wife ordered PONO and liked hers as well. Nothing fancy here but great food!

    Audrey L.

    We stumbled across this place after grabbing coffee. We had just wrapped up hiking the napali coast and were starving. I looked up on Yelp a place to eat and found Hanalei Poke. I didn't realize until we were there that it had been featured in Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-In's and Dives. We got there and there was no one in line. After placing our order at the counter, we grabbed a seat. Our food was ready in less than 10-15 minutes, but by that point the line was SO long. The food was incredible! It was so fresh and flavorful. The ordering style is different. You order based off certain ingredients and poke style. I ordered the security, while the others ordered the paddler. It was super unique but so delicious!

    Hanalei Special
    Renata V.

    We stopped by here a few times passing through North Shore and loved the poke! The flavor is unique from other poke spots and this spot was featured on Diners, Drive Ins, & Dives. The first time my husband and I split the Hanalei Special and it was a good amount of food. The second time we got a Mini Plate of the Kealia which had a really unique taste with watermelon, mango, and macadamia nuts mixed in. The price can be a little higher but we understand a sign said fish was low and market price is higher but the price of good fresh poke is worth it! Glad we got to stop by her a few times we loved it each time.

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    Gargi R.

    We tried lots of poke places on our trip and this was definitely our favorite. They have a counter you can order at and some tables to sit at inside and outside. I got the hanalei special. The fish was fresh and the poke was delicious. At $24 I thought it was pricy though.

    The local boy
    Michael B.

    The fish was VERY fresh and tasty with all of the sides complementing this and this was definitely the best fish I have had in Hawaii. The service was pretty good and the restaurant idea of how you order and then get a seat to see the crazy mountains is really nice.

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    Great spot! Great staff! Lots of accommodations. And good fish and good options. I always come back to this place

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    Amazing poke with nearly endless options available. Definitely a don't miss when you're on Kauai.

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    Absolutely lovely poke. Fresh and flavorful. Very friendly staff with quick service. Would not hesitate to return.

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    The best poke I tried during our stay in Hanalei. They served it with a great salad and rice option. Don't miss this one!!

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    Outstanding poke bowl options to choose from with flavors to meet anyone's tastes. Parking in the rear helps too.

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    Fresh and delicious! The friendly staff were excited to have you there and share the fresh fish and…read moreother offerings from their menu. The location and ambiance was island perfect and my poke bowl was not just delicious but somehow just the right size! Salads and sushi rolls held up to my poke bowl, thanks team for sharing a bite. I did not share any of my bowl ... it was mine! A definite must visit and a staple on any visit to the island in my future.

    A family-owned spot in downtown Hanalei for 30+ years…read more Arrive early to put your name on the list - they gave us a buzzer and we walked around to the neighboring businesses while we waited. We were seated on the covered patio, overlooking their lawn and the Hanalei River. The food was straightforward and good, but what we liked the most was our server. I sadly don't recall her name but she was a young girl who grew up in Hanalei and clearly has passion for food and for service. She knew the menu and spoke confidently about it, and shared little anecdotes along the way - she was attentive, informative, joyful, and yet not intrusive. A shining service star. The mixed tempura starter was tasty. The salad was a plate of fresh veggies - fresh but basic in presentation and flavor. I personally might skip this next time. We really enjoyed the daily special of soba noodles with yuzu sauce. Bright and citrusy. And the sushi rolls we enjoyed were clean in flavor with a focus on the fresh fish: -Next Best Thing -Hamachi -Avocado roll Another friend said that she orders the sushi rolls to go. And she also told me about their neighboring fish market, if you want to get fish to make at home (we did not have time to check that out). To cap our our meal, we shared a piece of the Homemade Dolphine Ice Cream Pie and it was decadently delicious!

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