Tried coming by at 7:15 AM--wasn't open yet. Came back at 1:40 PM another day and everything was sold out. Third time's the charm--we finally got to try the food! Friendly service--they bring the food out to you. The food truck is cute, and we parked nearby to eat in the car.. The smash burger was juicy, topped with mushrooms, fresh, and filling. We also tried the loco moco--classic comfort food. Warm, savory, and came with two over-easy eggs and two patties similar to the smash burger. So hot it burned my tongue (in a good way!). Parking is limited but didn't have a problem finding a spot. Worth the persistence! read more

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The food was great, very decent smash burger , they also specializes in breakfast and fish dishes. Owner was down to earth local dude, very passionate about food. It was a very hot day and he offered us water and bathroom for my friend. He gets his veggies and fish straight from the grower and fishermen directly , fresh . I'm glad I found this place and able to grab a good bite ! Cheers read more

Always good quality food. Never disappointed. My girls love the simple bearwiches and fries. I've basically tried most of the menu items some of my faves are the ahi sandwich and daily specials read more

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Mama bear sign is not very noticeable on the street and you may need to turn around if you miss this food truck area. I insist you get their loco moco, absolutely delicious! Fast friendly service! Definitely will be back next time I'm in the area!! read more

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This is a great stop if you're hungry. I got the Philly style Pastrami Sandwich (a Thursday special), my dad got the smash burger, and my mom got a chicken caesar. The sandwich was quite large and did not skimp on meat, and while greasy and messy, the pastrami was extremely flavorful. It came with a generous portion of fries, which were also crispy and well-seasoned. My only complaint is that the fries could have been a little bit hotter, but they were still warm. My dad also enjoyed his burger, and my mom said her salad was fine, but nothing special (though it is hard for a caesar from a food truck to be too spectacular). At $18 for the sandwich and fries (I believe the burger and fries was the same price), it is not exactly cheap, but typical for Kauai prices, and you will definitely leave full and with good quality food. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Pastrami Philly Style and Fries - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

The food was delicious and the service was fast! We were exhausted after snorkeling and heard about this place from Captain Andy's crew. Everything hit the spot! Perfect post snorkeling fuel! read more

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Came here before our big day at waimea canyon and it filled us up with such delicious foods!! Tried their monte bear cristo which is pictured. It was soooo good and the jam is dreamy! It's like a french toast with jam but a sandwich. Da gourmet burger was delicious but my son ate it all. The kale and beet salad was delicious and refreshing. The avocado toastie was so good too but it needed a sprinkle of sea salt. That's the only complaint. The people were also lovely. Please visit!! read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

We had the Monte bear Cristo and the loco moco. Hospitality and food are excellent! We'll be back...

Great food truck option when in the area. Food is great - especially the ahi tuna melt. Ono-licious! My only wish was that there were some tables to sit on, but the rock wall is alright in a pinch. read more

The food was delicious. I had their special of the day curry katsu chicken. You order and they deliver to your car. They make your food after you place your order. read more

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Excellent food and friendly staff! 10/10 would eat here again! We had a small discrepancy with our food and it was handled immediately and with professionalism! read more

Had smash burger came with cheese, grilled onions, bbq and fries. Amazing, enough for two. Can't believe it came from a food truck. Would drive anywhere on the island for their burgers.. fries the bomb as well! Great service. We could sit on some rocks near by all fine. read more

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Very friendly service. Took our order cheerfully and delivered it to our car. The smoked pastrami sandwich was very good--the bread had a hard time holding all the filling. Fries were hot and crisp. We would definitely recommend stopping here. read more

Old school food truck in the rural part of Kauai. Yes lives up to hype.. it's a good find for well made food, good portions (can compete with more expensive places on Oahu) and big plus reasonable prices. For example the blackened ahi sandwich for $15 is an absolute steal. Fresh ahi that's slightly fried on the outside enough to give a good crispy shell. The tartar sauce is excellent. Service is friendly and helpful. They didn't assume that ahi was going to be raw in the middle would be ok and gave the courtesy in asking. Maybe they thought I was a mainlander. Another excellent sign see a steady flow of locals coming here. Highly recommended. read more

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This place was the highlight of our trip! Da Smash Burger, delicious and hearty portions with fries. It hit the spot. 5/5 The Thursday Special, Blackened Ahi sandwich was out of this world. The ahi was cooked to perfection. Just the right amount of red onion and the aioli was to die for, all on the perfect delivery device, the brioche bun. 5/5 Grilled cheese and fries for the kids were scarfed down so quick, I didn't get a chance to try. 5/5 The family that runs Mama Bear's are the absolute sweetest. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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You must stop and go here if you haven't before. Boujee Bfast and Bearrito are my go to options when I stop here in the mornings. The smash burger is also amazing. The specials go quick so if one looks good when you there, might as well get it. Great food, great owners. Worth the stop, all the time. read more

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We stopped in on the way to a boat tour. The Smashburger and fries are delish at this little roadside food truck.

Stopped by after visiting Waimea canyon. I had the bougee breakfast which is fresh hot naan filled with cheese, balsamic, bacon (I subbed the pancetta) and friend eggs. Tasted good but would have preferred no balsamic it threw me off to be honest. Hubby had the lox toast which he enjoyed but said too many capers. Employees were wonderful and we would definitely support this business again. read more

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Fresh delicious and filling! Just what we needed after a morning at Waimea canyon. Food was made to order and came out quickly.

Mama Bear's Kitchen is hands down one of the best food stops we've had in a long time! My husband and I ordered a mushroom Swiss smash burger and a chicken Caesar, and both were absolutely out of this world. The burger was juicy, loaded with flavor, perfectly smashed with crispy edges, and topped with melty Swiss and savory mushrooms. The Caesar was fresh and flavorful, and you could tell every ingredient was chosen with care. While we were waiting for our fresh fries to finish cooking in the fryer, they even brought our dogs their own unseasoned burger patty. Such a thoughtful touch and so rare to find that level of kindness and hospitality these days. This place is Hawaiian owned, and the passion for food and community shows. The owner and his chef Bob, a former professional in fine dining, clearly know what they are doing. Everything is cooked perfectly and served with genuine aloha. Whether you are local or just visiting, this is a must try spot. Support local, eat amazing food, and leave happy just like we did. read more

Best. Food. Ever. Burgers on point! Fish sandwich fresh as it can be and everything else they offer! Kind and friendly service as well read more

If you are on the island you need to stop by Mama Bear's Kitchen. It's a little food truck on the west side of the island right off the road. I had the Loco Moco and it was THE best on the island (in my opinion of course!). The portions are very generous and everything is cooked to perfection. We went back several times during our stay and also sampled many of there other dishes and all were amazing! Stop here and get your food! After you order they'll bring it to your car so you can sit back and relax. read more

We all had the smash burgers. They were huge!! I couldn't finish all of mine. My teenage boys were very happy though after a long hike through Waimea Canyon. The owner and her little dog, Bear (who is the cutest dog sitting in her basket!), were so kind. I can see why they have good reviews. Wish we were closer so I could try their breakfast options! read more

Food was amazing, the location was easy to find. The staff were very friendly, and they provided all the utensils we needed which was really nice! It was perfect after trip to Waimea canyon. read more

I got a mama bear burger and it was so good I ate it all. I got grilled cinnamon rolls because I was curious and wanted to try one while they were still warm. Mistake. They were so incredible, who knew cinnamon rolls could be so good. read more

Nothing better than some bomb food after a long morning on a trail. The burger and moco loco hit the spot and the recommendations were perfect. Service was above and beyond. We made our place in the shade (folding chairs helped) and enjoyed our meal under a palm tree. read more

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Love this place. I've had 2 different types of burgers the Gourmet and the Smash burger both with fries. Service is really fast and friendly, you order and they bring it out to your car. You can eat it in your car or there is 1 solitary picnic table nearby. Wish there was a better spot to sit down and enjoy I personally don't really like eating out of my car next to the road when it's busy. Definitely will be back again soon. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Gourmet burger and fries - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

Best new place on Kauai. The burger was outstanding and the staff was really nice. If you're on your way West definitely the spot to grab food from. read more

Wow. Hard to find the words to describe how phenomenal the food was. We got the Monte Bear Cristo which is essentially a deep fried (but not greasy) turkey ham and swiss cheese sandwich with a sweet jam atop. My goodness, I would eat this every morning for the rest of my life and be satisfied. This unassuming and affordable stand was maybe my favorite of all of Kauai. DELICIOUS! read more

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My partner and I stopped here for lunch after hiking in Waimea Canyon. We both got smash burgers, which were delicious (although I expected them to be thinner patties). Definitely bring your appetite because the portions are large! We ate in our cars since there isn't seating, but it wasn't difficult since they give you what you need to eat in your car. The most notable part of our visit was when our rental car wouldn't turn back on. They kindly helped us get going again by tightening a loose clamp on our battery. It was such a kind gesture that brightened our day! Customer Service: A+ Food: A read more

The service was friendly, fast, and it was easy to find. The food did not disappoint! We had a smash burger and the bruschetta avocado toast. Best avocado toast EVER and the burger was fantastic! read more

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Turkey sandwich was superb. The sourdough bread was amazing. Pizza was outstanding as well. The rosemary bread, cinnamon roll and croissants were out of this world!!! read more

Great place to stop on the west side of Kauai! Super friendly, amazing food and the nicest smiles from the people in the trucks. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Ahi melt - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

Stopped by on the way to Waimea Canyon Hike. Very friendly service. She said she would bring the food to our car. Just a small parking lot, no tables that I could see, so we drove to Waimea Park to eat. We got the Bearrito. Lots of meat. It was filling. I would have liked a bit more spiciness, but the green salsa helped. It was covered with cheese, then seared, so it was greasy. Bring wet wipes. read more

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This place is a kind of small food truck. Don't let that stop you. We ordered the El Bearrito and the Boujee Breakfast. I had the Bearrito. Best burrito (breakfast or otherwise) that I have ever had in my 59 years. The house made chorizo was absolutely top-notch. If you pass by this place, you should do yourself a favor and stop. Well worth it. Prices are on point for the quality of the food that you get. LOVE this place. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

This is the best burger on the island. You need to find this truck. I dream about this food. Honestly.

SO GOOD!! I love stopping here for breakfast in the morning. The bearrrito is so good. Chorizo and crispy potatoes... and the magic they wield with putting cheese on the OUTSIDE of the tortilla... DELICIOUS! If you see this food truck.. STOP! Eat. Enjoy. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - SO GOOD!! - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

Delicious Smash Burgers !!!! Cooked to perfection! Quickly prepared . Thanks Yelpers!! read more

Traveled to the west side with my mom and she wanted to go here. I got the loco moco and both my girls got the keiki (kid) cheeseburgers and fries. My mom ordered the chicken caprese sandwich. Everything was delicious! The staff was very sweet and even walked our food out to our car. The parking lot was filled with patrons and I know why. read more

Mama Bear’s Kitchen - Keiki Cheeseburger and fries - Food Trucks Near Me - Waimea, Hawaii

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Worth the drive to Waimea and a definite must stop if you are heading up for a day in Koke'e. The Bouje Breakfast with Avacado & The Everything Bear was amazing! Very fresh ingredients and served warm with a crispy texture!! Very friendly service too ! ! read more