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    Banh mi garlic shrimp and house egg roll
    Megan P.

    This place is so underrated. I didn't even know the old liquor store closed, but I'm glad they do because this will probably be my new go to spot of boba and banh mi. I got the ube milk tea boba and the strawberry matcha latte and wow these were better than some regular boba shops !! And they're cheaper! We got the two drinks and garlic shrimp, egg rolls and combination banh mi. Everything was very fresh and tasted home made. Staff is so friendly they make you feel like family and I really hope they do well. When we went the place was completely empty and I don't understand why. Maybe they need to better advertise but honestly are so good. Must try!

    Matcha Latte
    Kylee T.

    I'm addicted! I swear I'm not being paid by them, I just really love this place. They've revamped their counter since last time I visited and it's a lot nicer having more space for a line to form and not block the door. The owner's son was so proud to tell me that he helped his dad to build this new "heavy" countertop. Such a sweet family, always so happy to be of service. Got 2 different Bahn Mi, Spring Rolls, and a Matcha Latte for only $34!!! The food and drinks are always SO ONO, and the owner even told us they're coming out with new dishes like stir-fried noodles soon. I'll probably be back here to report on their new dishes soon!

    BBQ Pork Sandwich, Salted Coffee, Haupia Boba
    Sarah C.

    Such a hidden gem in wahiawa!! Have been there a dozen times now and it's always delicious and consistent. My current favorite is the Salted Coffee & BBQ Pork Sandwich. They offer a sandwich and drink combo for only $14! Unheard of these days, especially for the quality and freshness that Happy Chef offers. Owners are a young friendly couple that go above and beyond to ensure their customers are satisfied. Highly recommended!!

    Mere U.

    my 1st time here & I must say I'll be back ordered there BBQ pork Bahn Mi delicious. Their smoothies are also good. Reasonable price $14 combo for Bahn Mi & any drink.

    Keiauna S.

    Full menu Nice place Good spot at the beginning of wahiawa. Close for people in lakeview to walk to.

    Beef pho
    Adriana B.

    I have been wanting to come here for a while and I am so glad get a chance to come today! They serve vietnamese food, pho, sandwich, summer rolls and drinks, even ice cream! They even have a section selling frozen seafoods and dried foods as well. Spoke to the owner and she says there will be more foods items coming within the next couple weeks. Get to tries their beef noodle soup today, is so tasty and the portion is huge, get to take home some cause I can't finish all by myself , definitely come back to try more!

    Salted coffee with boba

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    Nice people but served me mushy shrimp and now my stomach and head has been hurting bad and vomiting still for a week or two

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    Salted coffee drink was awesome. Service was also great. The food looks real good. A must try.

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    4.7(46 reviews)
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    Tucked away in the small town of Wahiawa, Mia Bella Gelato Bar is the kind of sweet local spot that…read morefeels like a well-earned reward after a hot day outdoors. After a long day of fishing, my son and his friends absolutely enjoyed stopping in for ice cream it was the perfect cool-down treat. The gelato is rich, creamy and refreshing and there's a nice variety of flavors to choose from so everyone can find something they like. What really stands out is the relaxed, friendly small-town vibe. It's not rushed or overly commercial just a simple, welcoming place where you can sit back, enjoy your dessert and soak in the moment. Overall, it's a great local gem in Wahiawa and definitely worth a visit if you're craving something cold and satisfying after a warm Hawaii day.

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    @fortunefoodfinds: "A dream is a wish your TART makes! "The Original" uber tarts n' Dubai pistachio…read moretarts from uber factory in Wahiawa. A sweet treat that I like to savor, where I can also freeze n' eat later! Fun Fact: we served uber factory at my wedding as part of our desserts!" Staff: 1-2 people during visits Interior: pick up only, I believe cash only Exterior: one-way lane, hot pink building, have a flyer on window Wait time: walk-in for assistance Parking: stalls right in front Overall comments: been going here for years. It's not often that we pass through Wahiawa, but when we do on a Saturday morning more than likely you can find us making a quick stop at uber factory. You can't go wrong with "The Original," which is creamy n' not too tart. Just the right amount of sweetness n' always feels like a special treat. I look forward to the specials n' what flavors they come out with next. This past weekend they had the Dubai pistachio tarts available. Recommend letting the Dubai tart sit out for 10 mins to defrost n' get that creamy texture. You can taste the kataifi n' flavors better. L.O.V.E. uber factory n' will continue to come back again n' again!

    It's not a sit down place. Buy the cruch and the original and other variety and walk down to the…read morecoffee shop next to the Main Street. Try it with coffee! It's good for a little dessert

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    4.5(1.1k reviews)
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    Fantastic little ice cream shop right next to Costco. Parking can sometimes be a challenge…read moredepending on the time of day but it's definitely worth the visit. You can even make it a pre-Costco shopping delight stop. The menu is always changing but it feels like there's always something delicious to be had. My favorite is the Rocky Road where they actually add marshmallows on top and toast it for you. The Buttah Cakes has also been a recent gem that we've tried lately and it's absolutely delicious. Since it's freshly made, it's rich, creamy, and even a little scoop goes a long way. They even make waffle cones in store if you want to spruce things up for your dessert experience. The staff are friendly and handle rushes of customers well for the size of the shop. We're lucky to have a great shop like this in central Oahu so you don't have to drive all the way to town for a great ice cream fix.

    I have been coming here since they were first open but I have not gotten around to reviewing them…read moreuntil now. I was craving ice cream. Let's just say this place changed A LOT over the past years. Service: 3/5 Waited about 5 minutes to get my order taken. There was a couple in front of me and the worker was chatting with them only. I was not aware of what she was doing until I realized I was waiting for a bit so I looked for myself and saw she was making a waffle cone. Would have appreciated if she told me "Be right with you!" She at least said thank you for waiting. Service used to be a bit more efficient from what I remembered in the past. While we were inside and eating our ice cream, 2 parties came in. They were waiting for about 3 minutes and I saw one of them looking around for the worker who went to the back. All we did was just shake our heads at this moment... Food: 3/5 Holy, these scoops though too. My sister and I paid $11 total for these tiny kid looking scoops. Ice cream tasted good but tastes mediocre now. I wanted a fruity flavor so I got the honeydew flavor that tasted like a melona without the stick. My sister's peanut butter and strawberry one was pretty good. However, I remember when they used to have flavors that I could not get elsewhere but it feels pretty basic nowadays. They give bigger single scoops at Baskin Robbin's for the same price or even a couple cents more. Ambiance: 5/5 I say there's ample enough seating and it feels clean and comfortable. I like sitting near the window but I just don't like that their one and only trash can is right next to that table. Verdict: I am not sure if I will be coming back. I noticed their flavors don't change as much as they used to. I remember being excited to see what's new but after today it seems like they been keeping things the same for awhile now. Between the size of the scoops, service, and the flavors I am not sure if I want to come back.

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    Pineapple Xpress Shave Ice

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    So much to see from the time you're walking in until you leave. Friendly staff always ready to…read moreserve you. They're quick and offer suggestions. Delicious and big sized shave ice. Toppings available. I had the vanilla ice cream and snow cap (sweetened condensed milk). All of us tried different flavors and they were enjoyed by all. Great customer program too. A place we return to regularly. You can get some cool apparel, fun snacks or enjoy some delicious shave ice while you're here. They've even recently added extra tables so you can sit and enjoy your goodies.

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    Surfers has been one of the OG coffee shops in Central Oahu and is a popular spot!…read more Drinks: As of recently, I've been loving an iced dirty tiger spice chai. The chai is pretty sweet on its own so I add 2 shots of espresso to cut thru that sweetness and add a teeny bit more caffeine to the drink. They also have seasonal drinks that stay for a few months at a time. My favorite seasonal drink was in the summer -- I believe it was a haupia latte (cold foam on top was sooooo good with the coffee). Food: If I order food, it'll be the bacon burrito w/sauce. They also have other sweeter options for food (mochi waffles, avo toast, etc) Of the countless times I've been to Surfer's, there's a mixture of people - some locked in doing work, others catching up with friends, people reading their Bibles, tourists passing through checking out a local coffee shop, etc. Because of this, it can get pretty loud for a coffee shop, so just FYI if you plan on going there to do work! Overall, love Surfers :) Great vibes, amazing staff, and I'll always keep coming back here Parking: Back lot parking (located on Ohai St) or street parking (Kam Hwy) WiFi: Yes | Bathroom: Yes

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