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3.4 (832 reviews)
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Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Patrycja L.

We stopped at North Shore Tacos on a chill day exploring the area, and wow--it didn't disappoint! I ordered the beef quesadillas and honestly, they were some of the best I've ever had. The tortilla was grilled to perfection--just the right amount of crisp--and stuffed with melty cheese and juicy, flavorful beef. Every bite was satisfying and packed with flavor. My husband got the beef tacos and was equally impressed. The meat was super tender, the toppings were fresh, and the salsa had a nice little kick. He barely said a word while eating (which means he was *really* into it), and he kept talking about going back the next day. The whole place had that laid-back, North Shore charm--friendly service, good vibes, and portions that left us more than satisfied. Whether you're just coming back from the beach or road-tripping around the island, this spot is a must-try for tasty, no-fuss island eats. Can't wait to return!

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Katie S.

Second time here and it did not disappoint! Amazing fish tacos! Perfect done fish. Chicken was great in both the nachos and quesadilla. Shrimp are amazing! The food can take a while but it's completely worth it!! Another great place on Oahu that you MUST try!!

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Stephen W.

Almost two weeks into our Hawaii vacation and I had to have some Mexican food. The options on the North Shore are food trucks or North Shore Tacos, which is a sit down restaurant but not with waiter service (you order at the cash register and they bring your food out). Before ordering, I asked some questions about the preparation and it quickly became clear that their level of knowledge was not what I was used to in Texas--picadillo beef, chicken Tinga--were foreign concepts. Nonetheless, we forged ahead. I got a shredded chicken burrito. The size was good, it was packed with chicken and black beans, and it comes with small sides of guac, sour cream, and pico. There is also a very spicy, but flavorful, green sauce that I liked a lot. Overall, the burrito exceeded expectations and I enjoyed it. Filled me up too. The wife had shrimp quesadillas and really liked them. The shrimp were fresh and had not fishy smell or flavor. This dish also came rice and beans as well as small sides of guac, sour cream, pico, and green sauce. The kid ordered the kid's chicken taco with rice and beans. It was a soft tortilla with lettuce and tomato. The chicken portion was generous and it was a good taco. The kid also had the pineapple tiki which she had been wanting for days. It was very good and she was happy. I got a shot of Don Julio anejo on the side so I was happy. Very reasonable at $13. The ambience is fine. Seating is all outdoors--a converted garage into a covered seating area. The main problem was very aggressive flies who wanted our food as much as we did. I guess they have good taste. Overall, we all were pleasantly surprised at how good the food was and we hope to be able to return before our departure.

Anny O.

Wet burrito 4/5 - we enjoyed this! We got it with the sweet pork and it was a good flavor balance with all the starchy ingredients. It was a bit smaller than we were expecting. The creamy sauce they have was also very good. We really enjoyed the hot sauce! We got a few spicy dishes in Oahu and nothing was truly spicy but the spicy sauce here is good! We randomly ate here because the truck behind was closed that day but no regrets

Santa C.

On Vaca to Ohau, driving down the 83 and found this place by chance cause the group was getting hangry...and we saw this place named North Shore Tacos. Well..the taco fan wanted to stop in..not my choice in Hawaii but.. Ordered the chicken quesadilla plate to split with..you know who... Food was average and what I would expect back home so nothing stop the presses to write home about. They must make a special 3/4 circle tortilla cause there were only 3 pieces in the basket, plus corn tortilla chips (stale) and half of a half, scoop of ice-cream sized guacamole, pico de gallo, sourcream..we specifically said No Sour cream. Oh and the hot sauce was offered in a tiny container with like 1 or 2 squirts of chili sauce . Our partner couple ordered 3 $8.00 tacos so that was about $40 with a drink, per each. They were flour tortillas and not corn but I guess either works. Service was very little if no interaction with the exception of placing the order and it being brought to the table..sticky table. So in conclusion it was about what to expect for eating in Hawaii. But not notable. It's kind of noisy with it being located right next to the hyway or roadway, plus over head music going. Ok folks, I'm out. Hang loose or tight how ever you like it...

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The food was mid. The fish tacos were lacking in flavor way too salty. Disappointing!

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Great food! I love their nachos. It's worth the drive from east side. And very friendly drive thru staff.

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