First timer here. Absolute gas. I got a whole chicken, cut. Waited a half hour. Smashed the entire…read morething to my dome. Can't speak for the sides, but the chicken itself was seasoned perfectly. Not overly salty which I really love. They were using big block quality mesquite wood charcoal for it and I noticed they actually put love into every chicken. I liked seeing them care about the flies and try and do what they could do keep them away. The vibes are chill and the food is on point. People saying that it needs more seasoning just didn't order correctly. You can order extra mother's seasoning for it, or buy your own Ray's seasoning to put on. Slit you like salt so much, In suggest salt packets in your purse or wallet. Some people like to taste the flavor of the meat. Cheers!

Ray's Kiawe Broiled Chicken is a local favorite that has a pretty intense following. Many people…read morecome here to enjoy the chicken. It is literally cooked outside on a nice fire. Waited in line for a little bit and maybe about 30 minutes our chicken was done. Ordered just a whole chicken to try and this was my first time having it. The seasoning is light and the chicken is juicy. I would say this actually tasted pretty alright. But I think I like mine slightly saltier or seasoned more. But overall if you ever see this off the road you should stop by and try it out.

Food: garlic scampi plate comes with a healthy dose of shrimps cooked to perfection, two scoops of…read morerice with garlic and a slice of lemon. As others noted it is a bit oily, but how can you come to the North Shore and not eat here? Price: $17.50. Service: stationary food truck. Pay the man $5 to park your car, get in line and order, then grab a communal seat and wait for your number to be called. Ambiance: lots of wild chickens around. The ground can be a bit muddy after the rains. Probably a one time thing due to how oily it is.

This is my second location for Giovanni shrimp truck visit. I am disappointed at many levels. The…read morefirst thing that took me off that was the parking situation there we had to pay two dollars to park our car to get the food although it was just quick and quick out kind of a parking lot situation there. Second part was the staff was extremely uncommunicative. I understand they're running a big business a lot of customers, but they're just taking the orders. Daughters were not coming in the right order. The folks who came after me got their orders. We didn't get the kind of order that we asked for even though we mentioned what we want how we want it was super rainy muddy they didn't care to do any arrangements for the customers to be comfortable the path was so slippery that I saw many people fall down in rain. I know it's a great experience to be around that area to have food on the food truck, but safety is another main concern that every business owner should consider looking into I ordered the spicy and hot shrimp. I can take more spice, but there wasn't any flour. I failed. The shrimp was undercooked and the rice was extremely mushy. Looks like it was left in water for a while to become that way if the name is carrying the weight of the business, I expect the quality to follow as well. No wonder the ratings of this specific location is lower than the other one. And that experience of ambience was. Unhealthy and untidy.

Total hidden gem! This place has yummy shrimp plates, kayaking and standup paddle boarding…read moreactivities, shave ice and big space to just walk around chill. Love their coconut shrimp! Great place to bring your out of town guests or just drop by if you're local to eat some yummy shrimps and hang out and chill.

This is such an interesting stop! Definitely go wander the grounds and pick up some shrimp to take…read moreto the beach or a picnic table on the property!

I used to live in Waialua and I can't believe this is my first time trying Big Wave Shrimp in…read moreHaleiwa. And you what? All the reviews I've heard from my friends, coworkers, and influencers (thekoreanmama/thekoreanson) were all true. It was really good. The line wasn't very long when we got there. There were a lot of people already seated eating their food, but we still managed to find/share a table with another party. We got the Garlic and Butter Shrimp and Lemon Pepper Shrimp. My mom and I enjoyed EVERY BITE . I definitely would go back and try other items off of their menu. And bring some friends.. Shout out to Aunty who was so nice to us, especially to my mom who she recognized from back in the day

I went right when they opened on a Saturday morning. No line and plenty of seating. They were quick…read morewith the order and tasted fresh with a punch of garlic. If you love garlic, their garlic butter Shrimp is your dream. For myself I wish there was more butter and less garlic. I kind of just tasted garlic on garlic and then more garlic. I was surprised I could finish my food in one sitting since that almost never happens. I left still feeling a bit hungry and wishing for more buttery garlic shrimp. Especially for paying over $18 for one dish. I wish it was more filling and again had more buttery flavor. If I am in the area and feeling a strong craving for garlic and not too hungry I know where to go!

I got the spicy shrimp combo and pineapple shrimp combo plates. They were delicious. I will be…read moredreaming about this shrimp when I go back home. The spicy shrimp wasn't too spicy, I would say it is less spicy than hot cheetos. The pineapple shrimp was my fav for sure! Rib was good too, nice and tender. I dipped the rib into the shrimp sauce because the sauce is really good.

Amazing flavor for the galbi and the spicy shrimp. Honos definitely has more flavor than other…read moreshrimp trucks. The spicy shrimp isn't very spicy- I think they have gochuchong in it. They drench their shrimp with sauce and the galbi with a lot of flavor. Galbi cuts are also very nice. Enough sauce for all the rice!!! This is my favorite shrimp truck. Only gripe I have are all the chicken running around and hovering over us while we eat, occasionally running over our feet and between our feet.

What a great new space, much more open and inviting than the old Haleiwa location. After a late…read moremorning surf I was dreaming of chips and guac. My friend told me there was a great place in Waialua, so we drove straight over. Because it was a Saturday, we were going to place an online order and pick up to take home, but for some reason they were not accepting orders. When we arrived around 12:45 we were surprised to see lots of seating options, so we just chose to stay and eat. There were only 2 other people in line when we order our tacos and received a buzzer to wait. Not featured in my photos are the chips and guac that were ready for us within minutes. We demolished it, 10/10 chips and guac! We waited about 20 minutes for the tacos to cook, fresh out the kitchen they were very yummy. Two tacos were more than enough, I was so full and ready to take a nap. Such a cute spot, I'll definitely be back.

We came at 8:38 pm when the main kitchen was already closed but the taco stand was open so we got…read moreus two plates of 4 tacos for about $27. We tried each salsa. The red one is SPICY!!!! We also ordered the mango, guava, and lime Jarritos. It was the perfect dinner to end my days off. Tacos on a Thursday night off? Si, por favor! Wow. We loved the tacos so much, we ate 10 tacos. Lol. Thank you for the hospitality!

Food was amazing, the katsu tuna was satisfying! 100% great…read morelocation highly recommended. We finished the açaí bowl, very yummy. Family of 5 loved it Service was high quality and fast delivery even with a long line. The sunset is one of the best times to come and eat here. 6:30pm in July perfect timing

Beautiful day here in hawaii. Came to the north shore craving some garlic shrimp. I was too hungry…read moreand stopped at this food truck right next to the foodlands with my friend. Unfortunately I should have had more patience. First off my friend tried to ask for the garlic butter ahi plate and the cashier said the ahi would take 30 minutes, but then the person in the kitchen corrected them and said it would actually take only 15 minutes because it would be fresh. So he tried to go down the line and pick something else from the specials but they were all ahi. And unfortunately he's allergic to shrimp so he couldn't choose the shrimp plates but honestly it's probably for the better. The garlic shrimp was mid. And even worst the rice was soggy almost as if I made it (and I don't make good rice). Also the salad was discolored and lacked freshness. The shrimps were also tiny af. Luckily, for my friend, however his plate ended up only taking about 10 minutes, which is good. But he wasn't too pleased with his meal either. Both our rices tasted almost spoiled in a way, my friend said it felt and tasted like it wasn't fresh as if it was made yesterday. And I was needing a napkin, my friend went to get me one, and came back saying how they emphasize to just "take one" napkin. Which I can understand to a certain point, but he got the impression she really didn't want him to take more than just one. Which is pretty silly cause when you're eating garlic shrimp it gets really messy. The only good thing about this place is that it has a beautiful view of the water and they were playing the Beatles and we're in Hawaii. But if I were you, I'd totally pass this tourist trap, and head elsewhere. This place claims to have the best fish plates but they lack TLC and quality food. Honestly probably the worst meal I've had of the year. I was ready to finish my meal. My friend and I both agreed this place lacked a bit of aloha.

While I had gotten some different for lunch, my friends each ordered a plate of shrimp from Jenny's…read moreShrimp. I'm normally not the biggest fan of shrimp, so I don't usually gravitate towards it. But I wish I wasn't so stubborn because the few bites I had of both the Butter Garlic Shrimp and Spicy Garlic Shrimp completely changed my mind. Since I'm not the biggest spice person, I preferred the butter garlic option. The shrimps aren't peeled, but they're butterflied, which makes them much easier to peel. The shell itself is packed with flavor, though, so I recommend sucking it before removing. The rice was flavorful, and the salad on the side was refreshing. I simply regret not ordering a plate of shrimp for myself. I'm a lazy person and don't like peeling shrimp, but this was worth peeling for.

BACKGROUND ON JENNY'S SHRIMP:…read more Jenny's Shrimp Truck began as a small, family-run business with a simple mission: to serve the freshest, most flavorful shrimp on the North Shore. Jenny, the founder, was inspired by the rich seafood culture of Hawaii and wanted to share her love for local flavors with the community. Armed with a secret garlic butter recipe passed down through generations, she set out to create something truly special. In the early days, Jenny's food truck was nothing more than a converted van with a makeshift kitchen, parked along the scenic roads of Haleiwa. She focused on using locally sourced shrimp, ensuring that every plate was as fresh as possible. Word quickly spread about the delicious shrimp dishes, and soon, both locals and tourists were lining up to get a taste. JENNY'S SHRIMP TRUCK MISSION STATEMENT: A Taste of Hawaiian Paradise Nestled in the heart of Haleiwa, Hawaii, Jenny's Shrimp Truck is a must-visit destination for seafood lovers looking for a true taste. BACKGROUND ON VISIT: This was part of our Dole Plantation/Haleiwa tour that we signed up for. Lunch wasn't provided so this was on our own dime. CREDIT CARDS: They're accepted, but they tack on a transaction fee. RESTROOM: There's a restroom next door. AMBIANCE/DECOR: Not much ambiance, but they do have tables and chairs setup in their covered patio. SERVICE: Service was alright. Didn't take long for our food to come out. FOOD OF CHOICE: Garlic shrimp plate which came with rice and a slice of pineapple. Enjoyed the shrimp. It was quite tasty and easy to peel. I had a nice time eating the rice with their signature garlic sauce. SHRIMP TRUCK FOR THOUGHT: I would love to come back to have it again.

Tried out Aji Limo Truck for dinner while in the area. It's neighbours to Seven Brothers…read more - Fried calamari ($12.00 USD) - standard fare - Yuca fries ($10.00 USD) - small portion - Thai poke ($19.00 USD plate) - out of mango. Poke was substandard. Plates aren't worth the extra cost - Ceviche poke ($17.00 USD bowl) - only came with a few chips, red onions and lettuce. Meh - Spicy poke ($17.00 USD bowl) - way too much raw white onion - Hawaiian poke ($19.00 USD plate) - Palo santo poke ($19.00 USD plate/17.00 USD bowl) - best of the pokes we tried - Yakisoba ($17.00 USD) - chicken was dry, noodles were bland Foodland in the adjacent lot has better poke at half the price.

Super good surf and turf, more turf than surf but the flavor was really good all around! ‍read more

Mmmm... Delicious!!…read more The wife and I caught a quick glance of Moore's Soul Food Kitchen truck while they were parked at Geiger in Ewa Beach. It was the first time we saw this truck, so we both couldn't help but be curious about the goods.. especially my wife lol. First off, the owner was super cool! Being that my wife is from Louisiana, every time we hit up a soul food spot, she asks where they're from. Today, we learned that the Moore's family is from Florida and have been in Hawaii since the 80's. Since we already had an early lunch, we weren't tryna get too crazy on the ordering as I typically do. My wife decided to try the chicken wing plate which came with 10pc chicken wings and fries. After debating on the flavor choice, we agreed on chipotle mango. When the owner hand delivered the plate to us, she asked for our honest review... and here it is!! Haha! FIVE STARS! :) Happy to report the wings and fries were amazing!!! Loved the homemade sauce that the wings were tossed in. I was expecting a little kick after catching a scent of hot sauce, but they weren't spicy at all. I appreciate the naked wings too btw. They were so juicy and flavorful, and I love when my food is piping hot! Excited to try other offerings and even other flavors of wings. Hopefully more menu items are available the next time we stop by. Today there were a few things marked SOLD OUT. As far as hours of operation and locations, the best thing to do is follow them on instagram (which I don't have), but calling their number to check the schedule is another option. Hope you love it!!

Came here one Wednesday at the Ewa beach location and I was very disappointed. Ordered the chicken…read morewing combo with fried and a small size of mac and cheese. The wings had NO flavor!!! It's like they just deep fried it without any seasoning or flour. Then they just threw buffalo sauce for flavor. The fries were frozen fries that you could get from your local grocery store. Nothing special. Hand cut fries would have been a lot better. The mac and cheese is a big zero. No taste and it wasn't the best kind of cheese. As a "soul food" restaurant, I was very disappointed. I've been to a lot of soul food places and a lot of them stand out in a good way. They marinate there chicken, and fry it with flour, they hand cut the fries and fry it with peanut oil, and lastly they scratch make the mac n cheese. Saldy this restaurant failed to put more effort into their food. Which is why im giving them a big fat ZERO. Only put one star cuz I have to. I won't be coming back.