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    HanaPa'a Market

    4.6 (226 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Poke, Hawaiian
    Closed 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    poke bowl- shoyu ahi, oyster sauce salmon
    Eden C.

    super friendly and sweet service! and quick to come out. a little bit of seating inside, cute and casual vibe. the poke itself was just okay. the fish are cut in these great, big chunks (amazing) and taste fresh, but the sauces I got were too salty, even for it being oyster sauce/shoyu. and even eating it with rice, especially because i got furikake on my rice. the rice was also just okay, but i appreciated that they had sushi rice for no extra charge! i would go back again if i needed lunch in a pinch and was around koko marina.

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    Joanne J.

    We both got poke bowls with salad. The dressing was phenomenal and so was the poke. Delicious. The lettuce and veggies were very fresh, crisp and refreshing. So yummy and crunchy.

    Mixed Protein Bowl - Ahi Hawaiian & Salmon Shoyu with 1/2 sushi rice & 1/2 salad
    Stacy S.

    I had been to this place a couple times before, as it's very close to my residence, however I'm just getting around to writing my review now after ordering take out for dinner last night. I was craving poke and we're fortunate to have HanaPa'a Market, Ono Seafood and even Foodland Market for good poke options in the area. They're located in the Koko Marina Center, closer to the Kona Brewing side versus the Zippy's side. Plenty of free parking is available in the shared lot. This is a small take-out type of place, although they do have several tables inside. I ordered my food online via their website, and it was ready upon my arrival. I ordered the Mixed Protein Bowl for $17.50. You can mix and match any 2 proteins and any flavor of your choice. I selected the Ahi Hawaiian and Salmon Shoyu for my proteins, and chose my base as 1/2 salad & 1/2 sushi rice for a $3 upgrade. I really wanted all salad but that was a $4 upgrade, which I feel is too pricey. Most poke places allow you to swap salad for rice at no extra charge, thus the 4 stars instead of 5. When I arrived to pick up my bowl, I was greeted by the sweetest boy behind the counter who smiled brightly and gave me my order. He gave me an extra salad dressing per my request at no extra cost and offered me a free bag. 5 stars based on his service alone! When I got home and dug into my bowl, I was pleasantly surprised at the overall taste. First of all, I was glad I got the 1/2 sushi rice as it went really well with the poke, even though I didn't eat a lot of the rice. The salad was great with the shoyu dressing (they also have a miso dressing). But the clear winner was the Ahi Hawaiian with onions & Hawaiian salt. Wow! On previous visits, I've ordered the Cali-Crunch Bowl and the Misoyaki Salmon Plate. Both were equally delicious! I will definitely return and work my way through the rest of the menu!

    Tammy T.

    BEST POKE IN OAHU. Fresh fresh fish that is cut into big tender chunks and seasoned perfectly to order with care put into every single ingredient. The servings are also big. I like getting the sushi rice and Hawaiian style poke. Go find this hole in the wall spot and you won't regret it. The prices are also relatively affordable and no line.

    Deirdra S.

    One of the absolute BEST poke bowls I've EVER had! This place is unassuming from first glance and tucked away in a plaza. Buttt, this is the stop along the highway EVERYONE needs to make. The food was so fresh and delicious! I loved that with bowl was so simple, but packed with flavor. For the protein, I chose half spicy ahi and half spicy salmon, and I highly recommend this option for those who like a nice, flavorful kick! The cashier was so patient and kind, and gave great suggestions. And the kitchen had the food out before I could blink! Anddd, it was very well (low) priced as compared to many other places in Oahu. The sad part is that I couldn't take this business back home with me! 100 out of 10, Highly recommend!!!!

    Poke Bowl with Ahi Tuna / Salmon Spicy Mayo and Garlic Chili flakes with Crunchy Flakes
    Douglas T.

    Went here after Koko Head and it hit the spot!! The lady working the register was so sweet and gave us her recommendations. I was happy that I could get two different kinds of protein with two different flavors! The fish was a very good portion and the flavors were yummy! I would say it's a tad salty but other than that, no complaints. Would 100% come here next time when I do koko head again

    Poke Bento ($23)
    Phuong D.

    HanaPa'a Market DELIVERED one of the best poke I had the opportunity to try in Oahu. After an early morning hike to the lighthouse, we ended up grabbing brunch at Hana'Pa Market right when they opened. Their menu has something for everyone, even if you're not into raw fish. Build your own poke bowl ($17.50+): I built my own bowl with ahi tuna and salmon garlic chili crisp, spicy aioli, furikake and onions. Super good and filling. Proteins were fresh. Poke Bento ($22): Just as good. Larger portion than the poke bowl. Would recommend if you've got a big appetite or sharing. Chicken Teriyaki Plate ($17): Good but salty. The chicken was marinated well...but a tad salty for us. There's two tables and some counter seats for a quick bite but I see most people ordering takeout. Overall, I would come back for another poke bowl. The service was great, the girl working the front was very helpful and patient with all the questions we had.

    Ahi Caesar salad
    Michele T.

    Wanted something healthier after our workout and this was the place. Cali Crunch bowl - so good! Hubs went with the Ahi Caesar which came with 2 filets - another good one. The lemonade was also refreshing. Want to return to try the Ahi Fever . . . Or just go back for the Cali Crunch.

    Krysten S.

    The first meal back home after two years and it was *chefs kiss*. My brother got their Hawaiian style salmon poke bowl and I got the two poke choices with imitation crab salad, kalua pork, pickled veggies and rice. Insanely good and super fresh. The girl behind the counter today was very helpful and friendly and definitely just embodied aloha and made me happy to be around great people again. The shop is small but mighty! Guava lemonade and that's all she wrote.

    Pickled Ogo, Shoyu pickled garlic, Cali Crunch Bowl, 1/2 lb salmon poke with spicy mayo, Ahi Fever plate
    Tiffany C.

    A great place to stop by after a nice hike. We arrived around noon on 4th of July and it was packed. There was a line and we waited about 15-20 min for the food. The cashier was very nice and she informed us about the wait, we didn't mind. We placed our order and waited outside as there's nowhere to stand inside, periodically checking in if our food was ready. With our order of pickled ogo, pickled garlic, 1/2 lb salmon poke, Cali crunch bowl, Ahi Fever plate, and a Powerade, our total was $80. Once we got our food, we found a table outside to enjoy our lunch. The pickled ogo and pickled garlic are local favs. Absolutely delicious. For poke, salmon is always my go-to. I love that they have options to select the sauce for your poke. The cashier recommended the spicy mayo and it was a great choice. For the bowl, it was a nice rice to poke ratio. For the plate, it was a lot of variations of ahi. I really enjoyed the seared ahi and ahi poke. The ahi fishcake was different, it was good but I was not used to the texture. If you're ever in koko marina craving poke, I recommend to check them out. I hope to return soon and try other dishes on their menu.

    Jessica R.

    They are located in Hawaii Kai at the koko marina shopping center. Right next to Jamba Juice. The old paina cafe I got the ahi fever and WOW! So so so good! They pack the plate. It comes with seared ahi, spicy ahi poke and a fishcake patty. They also have salad, kimchee, potato salad and ginger. The plate is HUGE! Haha it was $25 and it's fresh poke!!! I can't wait to go back to try their other options because it all looks so yummy! The service is super good. The workers were so friendly and nice. They have an area to sit and eat your food or if you want to go outside they have chairs too.

    Hawaiian & Spicy
    Addis T.

    This place is aight. The portions are decent, only complaint is the sushi rice was kinda hard. Spicy was delicious. Shoyu and oyster was a little salty for my liking but still really good. Good spot to stop at after Koko head!

    White Rice, Ahi Tuna, Hawaiian Seasoning, Tempura Puffs, Furikake
    Jacquie N.

    At the recommendation of our Birding Guide, Mandy, we stopped in for lunch, and we were grateful. I opted for building a Poke bowl as it was the first one (and I will now say the best) poke bowl in HI. My combination was White Rice, Ahi Tuna, Hawaiian Seasoning, Tempura Puffs, Furikake, but I tell you, if I lived in the area, I would work my way down the whole menu, because dang... it all looked great. My auntie had the spicy mayo shrimp, and oh yeah, the heat is honest and good. Portions were almost too much for each of us to handle. A lesson I would learn a few times over, further along the trip. Everyone was incredibly friendly, and the vibe was good and relaxing. Mandy let us know that this is a locally owned shop, and we definitely did our best to seek out locally owned options whenever we had a choice (which was often).

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    2 months ago

    Love this place. Fresh healthy fish plate options! Also very friendly service all the time. Lots of parking at Koko Marina.

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    Hidden Gem in East side love the flavor, variety.... This thing is expensive but worth every penny... feeds 2 people!

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    Everything we've tried here is delicious. Poke is fresh and service is fast. We regularly eat here.

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    Helena's Hawaiian Food

    Helena's Hawaiian Food

    4.4(4.5k reviews)
    10.9 miKalihi
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    Best place for authentic Hawaiian food for sure. Great service, even if they get tired of repeating…read morethemselves and could write it out, I really appreciate them explaining to newcomers every time what to eat and how to eat it to get that authentic experience. We went with what's recommended for first timers - laulau pork, you eat the leaves everything and it's filling and delicious - short ribs, some might say it's overcooked but I think it's just a different way of cooking and eating it, the pieces were thick and high quality, comes with 4 - Loki salmon, it's cured and this reminds me of ceviche or pico de gallo and salmon, it was flavorful, juicy and refreshing - comes with onions and salt to add to the complexity of the flavors - we ate it with poi, which they use as the starch to replace the rice. It's made of taro, I say give it a try for that unique and authentic experience - coconut jelly was yummy They accept cash and card Limited parking in the front, come in right before 5:30 on a weekday to beat the crowd Small family business vibes The experience lives up to the hype!

    Prior to arriving, we heard a lot of great things about Helena's and wanted to give it a try as it…read morewas our first time. We arrived and were seated right away, which was a great start. The menu is QR-based and easy to navigate. My friend and I ordered the laulau, fried ahi, and poi (unfortunately didn't get photos). When we asked for recommendations, our server was initially helpful and offered a few suggestions. However, when we decided to explore other options and asked for additional recommendations, her attitude noticeably shifted. She seemed annoyed, immediately cut the interaction short, and walked away without checking if we wanted to order anything else. That interaction left us both feeling uncomfortable and impacted our overall experience. As for the food: the laulau was decent--nothing particularly flavorful, but the meat was tender. The fried ahi was cooked well and tender, though a bit on the salty side. The poi was thinner than expected, slightly runny, and leaned more acidic with little to no sweetness. Overall, the food was okay, but the service fell short and made the experience less enjoyable.

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    Menu B: Kalua Pig And Pipikaula Short Ribs

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    Rainbow Drive-In - Solid little place for some local food

    Rainbow Drive-In

    3.8(6.1k reviews)
    7.0 miKaimuki
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    Locally owned & operated
    62 years in business

    We heard about the Rainbow Drive In from a tour guide and decided to stop in to give it a try…read more When we arrived there was a crowd but the lines truly did move very quickly and there is a great amount of seating. The amazing lady at the counter was kind and so remarkably quick with her duties. She rang up everything and delivered the food with lightning speed. We split a Boneless Chicken plate and it was plenty for two people. The chicken was tender and well seasoned and the Mac Salad and Rice complimented it well. We did get the gravy on the side. :) In reading the reviews I see a lot of differing opinions. Take this amazing spot for what it is. Good food at a good value in a good spot. Get in here and enjoy!

    Brings back memories of the good ole days! Use to frequent…read morealot while heading to the beach! Went with a long time friend to relive the good memories. Rainbows hasn't changed much, Plenty of parking , that fills up fast during meal times. Ordering was alittle slow, staff was nice@ in no rush. Ordered Hamburger Steak, Patty's 3 prepackaged thin & gravy tasteless, bad choice. Pork Cutlet, just ok, average plate lunch, Loco Moko, friend liked the over easy egg, Pattys not homemade! Eating on the clean bench tables were nice! Food not good, like years before. More of a tourist trap& locals , gone away & coming back, like me, coming back for the memories!

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    Side Street Inn - Our Poke Combo (Fresh Ahi Poke & Spicy Kajiki Poke) paired with Side Street's Rogue Beer!

    Side Street Inn

    4.1(2.5k reviews)
    7.0 miKaimuki
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    OMG! This was a dining experience! So, the restaurant was closing so my friend said we should eat…read morethere! I didn't know that the servings were group sized!! I found so many things that looked great on the menu, to include fried gizzards, boneless Kal Bi ribs, fully loaded fried rice, Mac salad and other stuff I can't recall! So the TWO of us ordered way too much! We tried to eat as much as we could and ended up taking the rest home! Everything we ordered was delicious, so we knew we were going to eat good leftovers! The restaurant was a great place to go with a group to eat and watch sports! Our Waitress (I have to remember to get names) was a track star, she was running to and from several tables of groups to deliver food! I will go again if they reopen!

    If you're visiting Hawaii with a big group, 100% recommend taking them here…read more We initially were a party of 16, and showed up without a reservation at 6pm on a Saturday. The staff was super nice about it and was able to accommodate us, with only a small request that we be out by 8pm since there was another big party with a reservation coming in. Absolutely reasonable. They sat us right away at three large tables, which gave us plenty of space for food and didn't force us to sit super close together. Menus, waters, plates, napkins, and forks were all brought out immediately, and our waiter was quick to take our order. We started with the prix fixe menu for 8-10 guests and were going to add other items à la carte, but a handful of our group accidentally went to the other Side Street location (make sure your group is all on the same page), so what we ordered ended up being more than enough. We left stuffed and with 5 boxes of food still. Edamame was nice and steamy, and large enough to easily pop the beans out with your mouth. Wish there was a bit more salt though. The farmer's salad had everything going on from citrusy to salty to crispy. Avocado had a little bit of oxidation but the capers, dressing and potato curls provided plenty of reasons to overlook it. The fried rice came in a hefty portion, with sizable pieces of bacon and sausage. The chicken I didn't realize was boneless based on the shape of the deep fry, but it was nice to freely bite into it without worrying about hitting anything with my teeth. Probably a bit too much on fried bits but still good. Pork chops had a better meat to crisp ratio in my opinion, as well as juiciness. They even came with ketchup on the side, which I love as a pairing but don't see much of at restaurants. My favorite meat item was definitely the sizzling boneless kalbi. The presentation on the sizzling plate with a side of kimchi was spectacular, and the meat was full of flavor. We also ordered yakisoba, which wasn't part of the prix fixe. Tasted good but nothing past standard expectations. We let the waiter know we had a 30th birthday at the table, and they brought a couple scoops of vanilla ice cream with a candle, and did a decent job getting the whole room to participate in the singing. It could also be the type of crowd this place attracts, since it seemed that everyone was so friendly and approachable. Thanks to the quick and consistent service, we were out in a little over an hour with no complaints.

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    Our Chef Colin's Classics Menu feeds 3-4 guests for $105.00!

    Side Street Inn - Oodles of Noodles! Try our Yakisoba! You can also add Kim Chee for extra flavor.

    Oodles of Noodles! Try our Yakisoba! You can also add Kim Chee for extra flavor.

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    Waiahole Poi Factory - Fresh, hand pounded poi, traditional staple of the Hawaiian people

    Waiahole Poi Factory

    4.5(1.6k reviews)
    16.7 mi
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    No idea why but my wife was absolutely set on trying out Poi while we are here visiting. Everyone…read morewe asked Reccommended the Waiahole Poi Factory and I would certainly agree with them! We pulled up and were greeted by the cashier who was friendly and answered lol of our questions. We decided on a combo of Kalua Pig and Laulau along with Poi. First off, turns out that I do not care for Poi! This restaurant cooks it well and it is absolutely not their fault but what a boring food! The Pork was outstanding and the Taro Leaves on the Laulau were outstanding. We also had the Ho'io Salad which was a great addition with outstanding flavor. We finished with the dessert Sweet Lady of Waiahole which was super tasty and not to be missed. There is decent parking and several picnic tables outside. I thought the entire experience was super fun, you just may want to swap your Poi for Rice. :)

    Finally got to try this place after visiting the island so many times! My husband and I shared a…read morelunch plate with the beef stew and kalua pork, and everything was so flavorful and satisfying. We also tried their famous "Sweet Lady of Waiahole," which definitely lived up to the hype--so delicious. There's convenient parking available, plus seating if you want to stay and enjoy your meal. Really glad we stopped by!

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    Waiahole Poi Factory - Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.

    Amazing food. Ho'io salad is a must. Fresh poi is tops. You can't go wrong at Waiahole Poi Factory.

    Waiahole Poi Factory - The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.

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    The Ohana at Waiahole Poi Factory with members of One Groove.

    Guava Smoked - Smoked Butterfish Collars grilled to perfection...you can't get this anywhere else!!

    Guava Smoked

    4.5(599 reviews)
    7.0 miKaimuki
    $$

    I loved it here. Truly a hole in the wall. Parking is really tough so street parking is usually…read moregonna be the norm unless you get lucky in their tiny shared parking lot. The guava bar was delicious and flavorful and just crumbles in your mouth! Definitely one of the better guava bars I've tried. Love how crumbly it is. The salmon belly was delicious OMFG. It looks so simple and straightforward but that sht is so flavorful. It is crispy and yet soft on the inside. The salmon belly is cut into bite-sized pieces so I didn't have to worry about using a knife to cut it. I usually try salmon belly where it is usually seasoned lightly to bring out the natural flavor of the salmon, but Guava Smoked's salmon belly is just grilled in a way that makes the salmon sweet/crispy and still get traces of the salmon taste as well. It's definitely not your traditional Japanese-style way of cooking salmon belly but really just their own. I'd go back and get this again. Another thing too. I'd get this with beer. This would hit very hard with alcohol but because I don't drink I need a kombucha. The grilled salmon belly would go perfect with it. Cheers! Uncle was very helpful and kind when serving and if you dine-in he brings it to your table.

    TL;DR The spicy pork…read moreis good. ----- I had Guava Smoked on my radar for quite a while, so when I found myself nearby and craving a protein-packed plate lunch, I decided to drop in. There is a dedicated parking lot behind the restaurant that is shared with the other businesses in the same building. When I walked into the restaurant at about 1pm on a Wednesday, I was surprised to find it almost empty. It's a pretty large space, so the lack of patrons was rather glaring. There was one person sitting at the counter facing the kitchen and one employee working. This was my very first visit to Guava Smoked so I asked the person at the counter what he recommends. He said the two most popular meats are the kalbi and the spicy pork. "Perfect!" I thought, because those were the two options I was eyeing. Unfortunately, they were out of kalbi that day. Bummer... Nothing else on the menu caught my eye, so I ordered a smoked spicy pork plate to go. The spicy pork was good. Did it blow my mind? I wouldn't say it did. But it was satisfying enough. Honestly, I really wish they had kalbi available when I went. Hopefully next time I stop in they will.

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    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    Da Ono Hawaiian Foods

    3.9(294 reviews)
    7.0 miKaimuki
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    3.5 stars We wanted…read moreto try authentic Hawaiian food and came across this spot. The owner was very friendly and took the time to recommend dishes for us, including the laulau and lechon kawali. We also ordered the BBQ short ribs. Overall, it was a good experience trying Hawaiian food, but it's just not really our type of cuisine. The laulau was quite dry, and the preparation felt more like meat that had been boiled or cooked in liquid, which isn't something I usually enjoy. The lechon kawali had a crispy pork belly texture, topped with something similar to a salsa, but it didn't suit our taste either. Unfortunately, the cabbage served with it also had some black spots, which was off-putting. The BBQ short ribs were the highlight of the meal and the dish we enjoyed the most. We appreciate the experience and the hospitality, but the flavors just didn't quite match our personal preferences.

    1. The hours posted on Yelp was incorrect. They open from 12:00 pm…read more A group of us ordered food the night before for pickup at 12:30pm, on Thursday. Then someone wanted to change from rice to poi. I tried many times and no one answered. Their voice mailbox was full. We e ended going there to make the change. He gentleman looked like he was working be himself. We bads to wait almost a half hour for him to finish the order. 2. Price - the prices were higher than expected. All the plates were $26.00 and up. 3. Food - The poi was very tasty and fresh, although a bit watery. The lau lau had a lot of lean pork filling, not a lot of leaves. The long rice didn't have much chicken and was a bit watery too. We enjoyed the sweet potato. There was also lomi salmon, haupia onion and chili pepper water. 4. As mentioned before there isn't much parking. The restaurant wasn't busy when we got there. Overall the food and service was OK. The price was a bit high.

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