My go-to for crunchy jerky chips. I always buy in bulk because I never knew when I will run out [usually pretty fast]. I have tried all of their flavors and my favorite is between their Wafu and signature. It's just something about the wafu in taste and texture that I can't pass up on. The texture is so crispy that it's not thick like a chip but almost as thin as paper and you taste the meat over the fattiness. Note to myself and maybe you, always make sure to check their hours, I have a tendency to always want to come after they close, whoopsie. Their team is amazing though, the are quick in responding to messages and so friendly. read more

Delicious Jerky! A must stop by if you want some delicious beef jerky from Hawaii where you know the local meat is hormone free. The gal was so friendly she let us sample before purchasing. Tiny little stand in front of a Tanghulu place so a win win! read more

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I came across this place when I patronized Mosa (dessert place). They set up a tent right outside of their store front. I went to check it out and the nice lady let me sample all four flavors that they had. The flavors were original, smoked pepper, salt and vinegar, and lava lava (spicy). My favorite was the smoked pepper so I bought a large bag which was $25. BUT if you check in on yelp, you'll get $5 off. If you eat enough of the smoked pepper, it does get spicy. My weakness is crispy beef jerky so everytime I see it, I HAVE to get a bag to try. As for parking, I'm not sure if you could park in the nearby structures and get a validation from them. We just found street parking near by. I liked how crispy it was and you could taste the smokiness of the beef. Definitely will buy again when I decide to drive over to Waikiki. LoL! read more

Let's get one thing straight. The Jerky and flavors are great. The service usually woman are very kind and friendly. Always asks if you would you would like to sample the jerky. Since I first started going there the portions have gotten so small. It's all packaging. You get the 17 dollar bag and it's gone in a few bites. The jerky is already so thin. Fill it up. I'm all about supporting local businesses but it's getting more expensive and way less product inside the bag. I rather get it in a ziplock and forego the fancy packaging. I'm sorry it's just how I feel. It's great jerky and do recommend Paradise Jerky. Just be prepared to pay and not share its very single serve portion. Don't eat around your co- workers the bag will be gone in 10 seconds. read more

Everyone seems super friendly at this location. The only thing that kinda sucks is they didn't have any samples. Uh-oh...it's only 8pm and they were already out of the cracked pepper...we got the last 2 at least but wanted 4 . Thought the Salt & Vinegar sounded odd for a meat, but I LOVE S&V...so wanted to try before I bought a big bag. I would assume I wouldn't be disappointed, but wasn't willing to risk it. Hopefully next time we come back they have samples or we might try the main retail location! Then I can update the rating...HOPING to elevate to 5 !!! read more

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Really great spot in Waikiki with amazing service! We had gone for dinner at upstairs Aloha Table and came across the tent staffed by a really nice gentleman who offered us samples for various flavors of beef jerky - of which included salt and vinegar (!!!) and lava. What made this jerky different from the rest was the crispiness - almost like a potato chip! That was great, and I really appreciated the time spent to explain the product, and hey it got my attention. I was also pretty interested by the Hawaiian coffee, as I am quite the snob myself. The employee helped me with a doubleshot of espresso, which was a great end to my night! There's a little seating area right by the tent, and it's located by the alleyway. Even though it's quite a touristy area, personal and friendly touches like these are needed in more places! read more

Paradise Jerky - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

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Came all the way from SF to purposely come and try the beef chip jerky and had to come back for more

Amazing crispy beef jerky!! we got the lava flavored and it's seasoned perfectly with the right amazing of crispiness! Would go back to try other flavors. read more

Bomb jerky chips, definitely would recommend. Mika was very nice. Great spot for those jerky lovers! read more

Paradise Jerky - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Curious about each flavor so I bought all flavors except the original. Hoping to share it with family and friends!

The lady who helped us is super sweet and informative. We were able to sample the different flavors which were all were delicious. If you're ever in the area be sure to stop by! read more

Paradise Jerky - Smoked Pepper Jerkey + Gift bracelet - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Happened upon Paradise Jerky while I was walking around Waikiki after having dinner with some friends. Found this gem of a place tucked just behind the Waikiki Shopping Plaza/Stix Asia Food Alley in a enclave of businesses. So happy we did! It's a small door next to the larger eatery that boasts the best locomoco. Once you enter you are greeted by one of the friendliest owners/employees of Paradise Jerky! Since we were not familiar with the place nor the product of "crispy beef jerky" Hide offered us samples while telling us about the products. First taste we were instantly hooked! So delicious. Tasty snack which is low carb, low sugar, bursting with flavor. My very favorite kind of chip! We each bought bags of our favorite different flavors. Now exposed to the goodness of crispy beef jerky, I have been on the hunt for the BEST crispy jerky. Have internet searched, have visited multiple product shows, I have tasted about a dozen different brands. Each time comparing them to Paradise Jerky. Each time falling just a little short in comparison. With each bite of a different brand, having my search return to Paradise Jerky. Happy that there are two locations for easy pickup. Second location on Young Street which slso sells larger bags of this tasty and healthy treat...where I have been to multiple times. Easier to access for local residents. Parking is free in the designated lot. Can you tell I am a fan? A huge fan of this original crispy beef jerky maker! Protip: be sure to checkin and ask for Yelp discount. read more

What do you do after eating dinner? Given what we've been eating, you try to walk off dinner or at least burn some of it off. We talked about a place that our local friend had never tried so I played tour guide and brought here to show her the late night loco moco place upstairs. Upon seeing this store's signage, I didn't hesitate to step in and browse. I bought one each of the two available flavors, original and wafu (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=HTkzUX84Ku-i4GNWAcSK2Q&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). I gifted to my fellow jerky aficionado, one who preferred types that were easier on her teeth. I waited about six weeks after getting home before opening my bags. I started with the original (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=mM4hMSQrUEFzhfboGkpItg&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q); my initial reaction was that it is pricy for the scant amount of pieces in the bag. As I started eating these thin, crepe-like strips, I appreciated it more and more. The texture is akin to eating potato chips as I munched while watched the NCAA tournament. This was bold and had a mix of sweetness and saltiness that meshed well. A couple days later, I started on the wafu flavor (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Tnim388rH0dAmAa5HmATBQ&userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q). I liked this too though the taste is muted in comparison to the original. I actually finished this bag in one sitting so you know how I felt about eating this. Big thanks to Hiro who handled our purchase and explained the background of their business. I appreciated that he offered the Kamaina discount as luckily our local friend reminded us about it. I enjoyed this so much that I will likely be asking soon-to-be visiting friends to buy me a bag or two (or more) to bring home. read more

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she was super sweet and all the flavors were so good. better yet she gave out the samples so generously. DO URSELF A FAVOR AND BUY THIS PLEASE HOLY ITS SO GAS read more

Okay so we stopped by on a random walk around the area because we saw some of our favorite youtube vloggers filming the day before. The owner was super friendly and we ended up buying a bag of jerky. The jerky isn't traditional jerky- it's more like jerky chips. Let me tell you... it is so good! We ended up eating the entire bag on the flight back to California. My husband and I are going to make it tradition to come every time we are in the area! I highly recommend!!! read more

We go to Waikiki every year since my half brother was born in Waikiki so it's our family trip annually. On our last visit, I discovered Paradise Jerky. I bought a few to bring to the beach, while reading my book, sunbathing and snacking on this thinly, crispy refreshing jerky. Solid protein, perfect for Keto diet or low carb diet, just enough to hold you over and your abs still look flat-bulously :-) The peppery is my fav because I like a spicy kick to it. Hubby enjoyed the original. And my mom enjoyed the tropical Wafu style. Support small business and made organically/locally here, thus shop is just 2 blocks from the Waikiki Beach, just by the International Market. Check them out when you are in town! They also ship to mainland too! read more

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The salt and vinegar!!! I regret only buying one bag. My husband and I finished it in like 2.5 seconds. Went back a couple of days later for more and was bummed to see they were sold out!!! My husband, who does not typically like jerky, LOVED this one. We don't live in Hawaii so now I have to check back on their site in hopes they will restock this flavor (fingers crossed). read more

A great snack! Super crispy, thin, and flavorful. We always get a bag when we visit :)

The best thin beef jerky. My family always stop here when we're in Hawaii. The smoked pepper is my fav

Really nice service and great jerky! The woman who was giving us service was really nice!!

3-4 stars, it pains me to give a review less than a 5 stars because the gentleman manning the store was super nice and I could tell he was excited and passionate about the product. I just personally don't think this beef jerky was for me. I love beef jerky and after eating these, I realized I prefer them thicker. This beef jerky was paper thin. I do have to give it to them for having a lot of a flavor in such a thin product; I bought the pepper flavor. Each one was $20 which I think is a little pricy. Again, I believe it's all just a personal preference thing; two other people who tried it really enjoyed it. The enthusiasm of the employee was very memorable though read more

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i love this jerky!!! awesome service and place is so small and cute! i think the owner helped me, she's the sweetest woman! im definitely going back for more. and my doggie got some jerky too. i really reccomend purchasing from this store. very generous also! read more

Have you ever wished all the available jerkies weren't so moist and soft? Well, here's one for the dry-jerky-lovers! This one's actually gone to the other extreme and is dry to the point it's crispy... but in a hell of good way! Bit unfair comparison as it's not your usual beef jerky, but it's my favorite beef jerky of all time -- by far. アメリカでビーフジャーキーを購入するたびに、そのしっとりとした食感、無駄に分厚く、そのくせ噛み切りやすいテクスチャに「これじゃない...」と感じていたみなさんに吉報です...。こちらのビーフジャーキーは反対の極に振り切れていて、パリッパリのサックサクになるまで乾燥させてあります。 通常のジャーキーと異なるのでフェアな比較ではないかもしれませんが、今のところ世界で一番好きなビーフジャーキーです 間違いなく、ホノルル旅行の定番スポットになるでしょう... read more

Paradise Jerky - Crispy crunchy heaven...パリッパリ - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

They gave out samples and it tasted great! Smoked pepper jerky has a slight umami taste. The Wafu jerky has a subtle sweet flavor to it and the original hits you in the after taste. I chose the Smoked pepper jerky cause personally it tasted the best to me and its also the best seller. read more

Paradise Jerky - Paradise Jerky got some tasty thin beef jerky treats! - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Soooo dang good very tasty, super crunchy with amazing different flavors, also made on the island as well. read more

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Very flavorful! The jerky is kind of in a hole in the wall only because it's down a street. It is worth the walk and right next to poke fix another great find! They have seating outside to chill and munch on your new snacks! I like the punch of flavor smoked pepper gives and the subtle taste of the original. Wafu is more of a teriyaki feel with that subtle Japanese umami taste. The music in the store is so relaxing and the vibe is so friendly and inviting. Highly recommend! read more

Paradise Jerky - Smoked pepper - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Delicious! Crispy and not greasy! I don't even eat regular beef jerky but I love these!

This establishment has a creative cozy atmosphere and the staff are friendly. The jerky and honey are delicious high quality items. If you want to try something new and tasty visit and try the items. read more

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First off, where has this been my whole life?! I never have time nor have the patience to venture into Waikiki, but since I finally had a little down time today, I decided to venture here on the behest of a friend's request to ship this over. So off I went. Finding parking was difficult, but I found a space and just made my way over with one mission: get a bag to ship out and get back home to watch Bridgerton. But then I got in the car and started eating...and eating...and by the time I got home to Netflix and Chill, my bag was almost gone. What in the crack cocaine is in here?!?! The perfectly crisp crunch and the unbelievable flavor is an addict's heaven! I scarfed the whole smoked flavor bag down. So then I texted my friend and told her that I have no choice now but to eat her bag too, so she's going to have to wait for the next shipment out (pat's self on back for being the bestest friend anyone can ask for). Don't worry, I haven't eaten the dog treats....yet. Okay maybe just one (JK....or am I?...JK I really haven't tried them...yet). Overall, this is the best jerky I've ever had! Far better than the ones I make in my sad dehydrator. I'm never making jerky again! Thanks Hiro for elevating and spoiling my taste buds. I have no choice but to venture back to Waikiki. I travel soooo frequently that these will make a great snack for anybody that travels (or just likes eating super savory crunchy crack). Will strongly recommend these to my girlfriends. But seriously, what in the crunchy crack cocaine did you sprinkle in here?!! read more

Very tasty beef jerky, and people here are super friendly!! Love it!! Smoked pepper was my favorite flavor!! read more

Paradise Jerky - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Wow - looks like I found my new favorite jerky. I've never been a huge fan of the traditional thick, chewy jerky that often got stuck in my teeth or was tough to bite off. This jerky is thin, crunchy, and definitely packs great flavor. I was hooked once I had a chance to try their complimentary samples and it was a super convenient walk from International Marketplace. Their owner, Hiro, was such a great guy, too. If you're in Waikiki this is a MUST stop to grab a bag or a couple for your trip, buy as gifts, or just try some exceptionally good jerky. You won't regret it! read more

Paradise Jerky - Wafu Jerky and Smoked Pepper Jerky - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

My ex work wife asked me to get three large originals.I got her one a few years back and when she went last year she bought some.I return to buy some but the store was closed, but l remembered they sold it at the Farmers market and the rest you know.The jerky is so good you might bite your fingers off. read more

The lava lava is amazing! I luv spicy & this heat is subtle yet sits on the back of your throat read more

Paradise Jerky - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Got to check out this new place right off the main strip. The inside of the store is so cute where there's artwork by a cool local artist and pics of their bomb beef jerky. I like beef jerky, and this is wayyy better! It's slightly CRISPY AND fully FLAVORFUL. I love the owner's idea of how they go well on a charcuterie board with jams and honey. Can't wait to try that out. It's a great gift to buy for friends since it's so UNIQUE to the island, AND I can fit in on my carry-on bags when I fly back home. LOL. but honestly, I bought it for myself haha. They don't sell this anywhere else, so I kinda bought more than one bag ...lol WAFU was my favorite flavor. SOO TASTY! You definitely want to go there soon while they have a sale for their opening! read more

Paradise Jerky - Went on a night stroll and walked into this cute store - Specialty Food Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

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This was the best beef jerky I've ever had! I love the crunch. Our favorite flavor was the smoked pepper. We stumbled upon here going to dinner one night of our trip. The next day I went out for a walk and when I returned to the room the entire bag was gone because everyone loved it. I actually returned two days later to buy 2 more bags. I am waiting for the day I can order online and have it shipped to me here in California!! We just finished our last bag and I already want more! read more

The price may scare you but once you have taken the sample you will be hooked. These are sliced thinner than Honolulu Jerky

Very crispy, big fan of some of the limited edition flavors! Highly recommend if you're in the area

Super kind service. They provide samples and they sell out fast for their top sellers! Make sure you stop by when you get a chance. Go down the parking drive way and past the food trucks. read more

Best jerky on the island! Great for omiyage or snack. We stumbled across Paradise Jerky while in Waikiki. They give delicious samples outside on a nice picnic table - awesome way to try all the different flavors. They have wafu, original, and pepper. All home and hand made. Pretty cool! I highly recommend pepper. It's thin and crispy jerky with a ton of flavor, super addicting! Inside the store is clean and well kept. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. You can park in front of the store or in many of the parking lots around. Probably the best gift for bringing to friends on the mainland! read more

Haven't had beef jerky like this before! Lava is awesome for a little spice and of course the original is amazing.