I always by passed this place on Kapiolani Blvd and decided to finally try it out. My boyfriend and I approached the stand and I was looking over the menu. We knew we were only going to get one hotdog just to try it out. When we were ready to put in our order, I placed it in with the male worker. As I was saying my order to the worker, my boyfriend had walked away to the side to wait for me. When I finished putting in my order, the worker had asked me if it would have been just one or two hotdogs. I answered him by saying yes just one. Which he then responded by saying, "what, would he rather have a pho?" Clearly seeing my boyfriend was Asian, that was his question for us just getting one hotdog. He said it as if it was funny. I left it alone and waited for the order. I just don't get the point of him having to say that. He didn't even pronounce "pho" right either, he pronounced it as "foe." As for the hotdog itself, it is good. It is on the pricier side of $11 for one but for the price you get with the bun, polish sausage and toppings, it made it for it. Lower stars because of the overall impression. read more

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Loved this! It's such unique topping combinations that I would never think to put on a hot dog, or even put together, but it's always delicious! I love the option for type of bun as well, and the way they toast the inside is great. They have some unique and delicious drink options, and overall the pricing is pretty reasonable for what you're getting, especially down in Honolulu. We were able to park in the free little lot for customers within about an hour of them closing on a Monday, though I'm not sure how busy that lot usually is. read more

Hula Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Lunch on Kapiolani Boulevard in Honolulu, Hawaii... Located diagonally across from the Convention Center, the Hula Dog food truck is right next to the sidewalk and is very colorful. There's parking right next to Hula Dog, and there's even a shared seating area with the other food trucks. Service is super friendly and helpful! The lone worker took orders, assembled the menu items, and showed how the blue butterfly pea tea turns lavender in color by adding freshly squeezed lemon juice. At first, I got the veggie dog in a taro bun with roasted garlic lemon sauce and Hawaiian mustard. Everything tasted great except for the veggie dog - it didn't taste right. That's why I had to get a Polish dog in a Sweet Bread bun with roasted garlic lemon sauce and Hawaiian mustard... much better! It's really cool that the holes are made in the buns so that the hotdogs can fit inside (along with the sauces). The fillings don't fall out of the buns! The Strawberry Lemonade tasted better than the Lavender Summer Lemonade which was tart even though some sugar was added to it. It was an interesting experience because outdoor dining isn't my favorite. The birds were sort of aggressive. The cars passing by and the construction noises were a bit much. Maybe I should have sat at the covered seating area further back, instead of sitting at the picnic bench and table right in front of Hula Dog. read more

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I wanted to love Hula Dog but the experience was just meh overall. Despite ordering in front of a few other groups, the gentleman making the food made the drinks for the parties behind us first before getting our food out. He could have been multitasking and getting part of our order ready while he was making our food, but it was still a little annoying. I enjoyed the Signature Poi Dog (I ordered it mild), but wanted more from the taro bun. It was a bit hard in places? Maybe not the most fresh. I'd be willing to go back and try again as I think the hot dog itself was very tasty but the overall experience left me wanting more. read more

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Went here on the weekend while our daughter was playing at the convention center. Super close and easy to walk to. The place was not busy at all and there were tables to sit at. We walked up and looked at the menu and figured same thing as Puka Dog on Kauai..boy did I regret mentioning the P word. Got an earful from the guy working about how much better it was blah, blah, blah. He went on and on and honestly it was a turnoff. Only reason I'm taking a star away. Our food was tasty as well as our lilikoi pineapple lemonade. The taro bun was perfectly grilled and had a crisp that made it that much better. I'd say get the spicy, I regret not getting it hotter. read more

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Came across this food truck and was pleasantly surprised to learn that Anthony Bourdain had visited in the past to try their famous Hula Dog. The owner runs the whole operation solo--taking orders, cooking, and serving--which added a personal touch to the experience. The setting is a typical food truck area with outdoor seating, though be aware there's no restroom available nearby. We tried the Signature Poi Dog and Hula Dog--both were delicious! The unique combination of sauces and cheese paired perfectly with the hot dogs. It's a fresh and creative take on a classic. Would definitely come back for more. read more

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This poi dog is delicious. I think that when i first heard the taro bun with the fruity relish, it was too different to be tasty. IT WAS SO GOOD, it was like the fruitiness cancelled out the fattiness of the hotdog . It tasted so good i would go back just to have it again. read more

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The owner of a parking lot has converted the site into a conglomeration for food carts, trailers and trucks. They have even constructed a collective seating area. Hula Dog is one of the tenants. Hula Dog's has some claim to fame, as it was featured in an episode of an Anthony Bourdain series. They still get social media coverage by content creators. The menu is really basic. There are only two sausage types available: a polish sausage and a veggie dog. Their choice of buns and unique condiments are interesting. It was okay / good; I can't say that it lives up to the hype. If you are in the area; if you are passing by; it is worth consideration. But I cannot say that Hula Dog is a destination in itself. read more

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The lemonade was a 12 out of 10 and the hotdog was an 11 out of 10 for two hotdog and a lemonade it came out to around $20, which is a really good deal. Consider considered me and my friends were very satisfied when we left. The lemonade is the most refreshing drink ever. It's not too sweet or bitter, but it's the perfect amount of lemon and sugar to not be too overbearing. The pineapple relish on the hotdog was the cherry on top and I'm so glad the owner suggested it. He was so kind and such a cool guy and my friends and I are already planning to come back before our trip is over. read more

If you're in the Ala Moana side of town, would recommend stopping by to get a polish or hula dog - the relish and sauces pair amazingly well with the hot dog, and the bread is soft yet contains all the flavors inside really well! A must-visit for sure - Miguel Morales Photography read more

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Best lunch we had during our 10 day trip! A friend told us to try this place and we were intrigued by how unique it sounded but we were surprised by how much we loved it. Really amazing flavors and you can tell how much care goes into making each order. It was a pleasure to chat with the owner, thank you for the complimentary water bottles! Also had the lavender and mango lemonades. So juicy and a perfect addition. Don't skip these! read more

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"I didn't even order from here (got Vietnamese next door, and it was so good), but the bald guy at this truck has constantly made people uncomfortable, including me. He circled my booth multiple times, then came to my table to ask where I'm from and if I wanted to work there so he could give me his number - very creepy vibes. I told him I was okay and he left, but he came back AGAIN while I was eating, said 'did you save any for me?' and slapped the back of my booth. Totally inappropriate and made me feel unsafe as a solo female customer. Highly do not recommend going here read more

If you love hot dogs (like me) you will enjoy these dogs. The inside of the bun is toasted to perfection with the delicious sauces and juicy hot dog I was impressed and loved the food. The lemonade was also super refreshing enough sweetness. The owner or guy working the stand is a little weird as many of the reviews suggest but just do a little small talk and it will be fine. read more

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It's been awhile since Ive been to Hula Dog & at their current location. This time I introduced my wife to her first Hula dog. Hula dog is still spectacular just like I remembered it being. Now there's a variety of new drinks also. If you're ever in the area go & check them out you won't be disappointed. read more

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Taro bun for your hot dog?! Um YES PLEASE!!! Hula Dog is a food truck that you simply cannot miss during your drive or walk. They'll have their blue and yellow food truck, a sign and a flag! I definitely recommend stopping by for a snack before or after whatever plans you have. Ordering is easy, a step by step process that you can read from their menu. They have a main menu with set and stone buns or you can create your own. Pick your bun, pick the spice level, pick the relish and the mustard, the pick any additional toppings. For the relish, they have papaya, mango, coconut or pineapple. I think, whoa right!? Well, you gotta trust me and trust Hula Dog. Their relishes will make you want to try each one lol I ended up choosing either papaya or pineapple. Sorry, I can't remember. For the mustard, they have a delicious Hawaiian mustard (Lilikoi flavor) which I definitely recommend! It adds such a sweet flavor to the savory hula dog! Trust. Or you can choose Dijon or yellow. When in Hawaii, I try to get whatever I can with Li Hing Mui! So I did. I got Hula Dog's freshly squeezed lemonade with li hing mui and wow... it was the best tasting lemonade I've ever had! I'll definitely be back at Hula Dog the next time I'm in Oahu! Mahalo Hula Dog! read more

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Today I got to try their Polish Dog with Coconut/Pineapple Lemon Juice and "Wow" they were great, very tasty. It was the best tasting Polish Dog/Hot Dog I have tasted. Also, the owner was very friendly and helpful. read more

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Five out of five because this is the best dog around Hawaii. There's something special about the flavor, all the different toppings, and of course, the bun they stuffed it into. I remember the good old days when this was actually on Kuhio many many moons ago. Although this is now a food truck located on Kuhio, it still has the great vibes and the delicious food. During my visit, I was able to purchase merchandise such as a shirt and a hula dog hat. Every time I'm in Hawaii I definitely check out Hula Dog for the delicious food amazing service, and aloha spirit. read more

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So yummy and flavorful the poi dog is a must with ube bread and Hawaiian as well Such a sweet honor a rad dude that will remember your face read more

My daughter told us about the famous Hula Dog, so we had to find it. This food truck is in a permanent location and has seating in a covered area. The Polish sausage is wrapped in an Ube roll. Ube, the purple yam, is everywhere and in all kinds of food. I've become completely enamored with it. It's dressed with liykoi mustard, mango relish and spicy garlic lemon sauce. The lavender lemonade was lovely and refreshing. You must have a Hula Dog! 3 read more

Hula Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

What a wonderful place, no seriously, do yourself the favor and come hear for a bite! My girlfriend and I have been eyeing this place for a while now and it did not disappoint. The service was immaculate and the food was easily the best I've had on my trip yet!! I didn't get the name of the gentleman who took my order but he was kind, attentive, and wanted to provide the best possible experience. He even gave us complimentary waters on the house and gave us a history lesson on hula dogs. We will be returning any single chance we get. Thank you for the great experience, do yourself a favor and come here!! read more

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I love when someone is passionate about their product and that's the experience we had today at Hula Dog. My son had asked for a hot dog earlier in the day and I saw the flag so decided to try it out; after 4 years here I had never tried the famous taro bun hot dog. The option choices can be somewhat overwhelming but we were recommended options and the menu was explained so well, I've never seen such good customer service! I wish I had caught his name but I can't say enough good things. I wasn't sure about the sauce and the relish but it was explained that the relish isn't like pickle relish but more of a fruit sauce which sounds odd but was delicious. The hot dog was ridiculously good, the bun was soft and also toasted on the inside, and the hot dog was a good quality hot dog, all of the sauces and mustards went perfectly. The blend of spicy and sweet with the garlic sauce and relish was perfect. I also got a mango lemonade and it was so refreshing and a good size serving. It's a good quick eat option especially so close to Ala Moana and the Convention Center. read more

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Food cart located across from the Hawaii convention center. Starts open until they sell out so definitely pop in for lunch if you're in the area! The lines can get long and the hot dogs don't come out too quickly so plan ahead. The menu is limited but that doesn't matter because wow is it delicious! If it's your first time definitely try the signature poi dog (or the version with a taro bun which is a bit chewier and a fun purple color!) . You can choose spice level, the medium (jalapeno) is pretty easy to handle and very delicious. They have lemonades and teas as well which pair really nicely. Other food options are sandwiches and bowls. read more

Hula Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Polish dog medium with blue ocean soda. Delicious! Gentleman behind the counter was hospitable and made it an enjoyable experience. read more

Had 2 other groups order before us so it was a little bit of a wait but it's also a one man show in there so we understand. These hula dogs are always so ono. We remember them from when it was called puka dogs and they were in food pantry! Glad my wife brought it up and so I went looking. Right next to 24 hour fitness on Kapi'olani! Check um out! And thanks again read more

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We found this awesome cluster of food trucks while wandering around Waikiki. One of them was the famous hula dog spot featured on Anthony Bourdain's show. The food trucks are all crammed into a small street corner, giving off a relaxed island vibe, and it's a bit away from Waikiki Beach. The service was pretty hectic, but that's to be expected with so many customers all at once. We tried the Hula Polish Dog in Taro Bread with original roasted garlic lemon sauce, Mango relish, & Lilikoi mustard & it was amazing! We ordered some other sauce combos, but this one stood out. The walk and the wait were worth it! Mahalo Hula Dog! read more

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Come here for a different style of dog than your usual. Got the taro bread with my dog & that was really good. The relish is more sauce then relish, FYI. Felt like what I picked made it a little too sweet & needed something tart to balance it. The dog is also charred & gives a tiny crunch, which I loved. Did not think regular sauce was spicy at all I would get medium or hot next time to get a little kick. This spot if a little out of the way from Waikiki but it was a nice walk here & a walk back. There's also other food trucks in the same area, but unknown about hours since they weren't open when we went during the day. read more

I've had Hula Dog for the first time in Kauai, so I knew I needed to make a pit stop here in Waikiki. The food truck was in a quaint plaza alongside other vendors. I got the Taro Bread with Mild Garlic Lemon Sauce, Mango Relish, and Hawaiian Mustard. Overall, the tanginess of the flavors hit the spot, but I had a more memorable experience with the Hula Dog in Kauai than here (maybe because they had an actual storefront there). read more

No joke, this was my favorite meal on island. We shared the spicy hot dog on an ube bun, with lilikoi mustard and mango. We also shared the lemonade which was so refreshing on a hot day! I would go back to Oahu just for this hot dog, I'm not kidding. This was the perfect meal after a long walk from Waikiki up to Ala Moana and around Magic Island and back. read more

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10+ years ago we lived on Oahu and loved going to Hula Dog. We came back to the island for a quick visit and Hula Dog was on the top of the list for grindz to go back to! Super friendly service as always. Back in the day it was on North Shore, now it's at a repurposed lot with other food trailers. There are shaded booths to sit in. Easy walk from the heart of Waikiki. Don't miss this delicious stop! read more

I liked how every bite was a little different because of the different sauces. I went with the jalapeno, pineapple, and lilikoi mustard combo and it was the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. The polish was smooth and flavorful. I liked how the bread fully surrounded the polish. I believe the only noticable difference between this and Puka Dog on Kauai is that these buns didn't seem toasted on the inside. The service was quick and the price was good! read more

I've been supporting this businesses ever since they were located in a store front at the old international market place. They were actually called PUKA DOG. Food always hits the spot! They started to use the taro sweet bread and that made a whole difference to each bite. New owners were really nice and talked stories. The only thing I disliked was the amount of sauce put into the "puka" this time around was that there wasn't enough. It was all over the place with different flavors in every bite. One sweet. One creamy. One savory. I'd wish they placed the sauce in equally like they did before. read more

Loved Pooka Dog in Kauai, but wanted to find something similar.. this definitely satisfied the craving! Ordered two poi dogs and wow were they delicious. We also ordered the Lilikoi lemonade and it was absolutely refreshing. From the relish, to the Hawaiian mustard, and the taro buns.. this was a banger and a 100% must try! If you are in the area, it is within walking distance to many hotels or you can easily park in the garage next door. The service was quick, buns were fresh, and the toppings were cold! The outdoor seating areas will fit the need to dine outside read more

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Wrap me up in a Hula Dog bun and bury me with their lilikoi mustard! I never thought I'd enjoy a hot dog so much! As all the other reviews have mentioned, great spot with great dogs and nice shared seating to enjoy that dawg. Love that you can customize your hot dog (I got the taro bun, polish sausage, medium garlic lemon sauce, pineapple relish, and lilikoi mustard). Literally the most perfect hot dog! One star off because my husband unfortunately couldn't get a veggie dog for himself because they ran out (which I heard happens often). read more

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If you crave a Hawaiian hot dog, you gotta go to Hula Dog! Order the Signature Poi Dog, and if you like a little heat, get it spicy! The guy made sure we enjoyed our food, and checked on us a couple times. Eating at food trucks is a quintessential Hawaiian experience, and Hula Dog is a great truck for the person who loves hot dogs, but wants it "Hawaiian style"! read more

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Random little food truck parked in a parking lot with a few others. We decided to try this place based on a friend's recommendation. I got the Veggie Dog with Jalapeno Lemon Sauce and hawaiian relish in a taro bun. It was a lot of flavors but they all complimented each other. I will be back to try other things on the menu next time I'm back in Hawaii. If you're curious about this place, it was also featured on Anthony Bourdain's show a while back. Didn't know until we got there. I regret not getting a bahn mi at the time. I just wasn't hungry enough for both. read more

Tried the most basic of hot dogs, got the taro bun with polish dog, lilikoi mustard and tropical relish. It was a sweet tasting hot dog! The regular sausage itself wasn't anything to write home about, but the bread was soft, sweet, and actually tasted like taro! The menu is very expansive, and there's a lot of combinations you can create! A bit pricy for a hot dog, but definitely a must try! Service was really quick, and they cook the hotdog fresh! read more

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you're in Waikiki and looking for a unique, delicious, and truly local experience, Hula Dogs is an absolute must-visit! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with the warm, friendly vibe of aloha. The hot dogs are unlike anything you've ever had -- nestled in a soft, lightly toasted sweet bread bun, they're topped with a mouthwatering mix of fresh ingredients. I had the signature poi dog,which comes with pineapple relish, mustard, and a choice of smoked or spicy sausage, and it was out of this world. The blend of sweet and savory is perfect, and the freshness of the toppings really elevates the whole experience. Not only are the dogs fantastic, but the service is fast, friendly, and attentive. The location is convenient, right in the heart of Waikiki, making it an easy stop before or after a day at the beach. Whether you're a hot dog aficionado or just looking for a quick, satisfying meal, Hula Dogs delivers. Highly recommend! read more

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I, my wife, and our daughter all had signature poi dog w/ habanero. It was so tasty. If you are spicy-tolerant, go for habanero option. I enjoyed it. There were outdoor benches provided so we were able to enjoy the hula dogs while they were still nice and warm. The owner is super nice and chill. Highly recommended. read more

Hula Dog - Signature Poi Dog - Hot Dogs Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Delicious food and awesome service. Very similar to puka dog! The worker there was so kind and nice.

Hula Dog is an offshoot of the original hot dog stand called Puka Dog on Kauai. We had just come back from Kauai and really wanted another Puka Dog and were excited that there was an offshoot restaurant. However, despite having the exact same branding and pretty much the same menu as Puka Dog, we found Hula Dog to be pretty disappointing in comparison. The main issue is the ratio of bread to hot dog. I love bread as much as the next person but there is wayyy too much bread. Especially if you get the Taro bread or the Hawaiian roll, the sweetness and sheer volume of the bread is going to drown out the savoriness of the sausage. You're already getting a lot of sweetness from the tropical relish (which is really good by the way) but when you add a large amount of sweet bread to the mix it totally doesn't let those other ingredients shine. read more

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