I'm so glad we stopped by this fruit stand! We got shaved ice for the kids, which was excellent…read more However, the highlight for me was the ice-cold coconut juice. Once you've finished your drink, don't throw it away--they'll happily open the coconut so you can enjoy the delicious coconut meat inside!

We stopped here for some shaved ice and we loved it! The kids got strawberry/blue Hawaiian,…read morestrawberry/blue Hawaiian/pineapple, pineapple/coconut and blue Hawaiian and just blue Hawaiian. We sat on the bench and relaxed . The people working were very nice and we didn't wait long. When you're on the North Shore defiantly stop by!!

Palama Supermarket has hands down the best marinated kalbi I've ever had--so flavorful, tender, and…read morealways hits the spot. I also love their Korean side dishes (banchan), especially the daikon, which is so fresh and delicious. I find myself coming back at least once a week because everything is just that good. That said, I did have one experience where I found a hair in my marinated kalbi, which was disappointing. Since then, I've been more careful to double check before cooking. I'd really recommend having staff wear hair nets to help prevent this in the future. Overall though, still one of my favorite spots for kalbi and sides!

For All Your Korean Grocer Needs, No Need To Go Into Town... Tons Of Parking Out Front!read more

We saw the sign for halo halo and just kind of lost it. Had to get some, and glad we did. It goes…read morewithout saying that halo halo is a super-popular Filipino treat, but it's also a nice departure from the standard shave ice that is ubiquitous in the Islands (not that I mind having more shave ice). The Magnolia ube ice cream made this halo halo perfect.

Always come here for their 10lb snow crab legs. Workers are approachable and friendly. Great…read morecustomer service! Prices are reasonable. Only downside is the parking, it can get crowded and difficult to find.

Richard's Meat Market is a wholesale store but they do open for Retail Sales. Their prices are…read morecheaper than at the stores or in Chinatown. Only thing is nowadays there's the road work for the rail in the area so it could be quite crazy getting there. They used to Open on Saturdays b4 Covid but no Saturdays now.

A small convenience store that sells Asian goods and daily food specials. Call in for specials…read more No air conditioning here or tables. Just take out. It's pretty dark inside. A variety of unique drinks such as a zero sugar watermelon and strawberry flavored sparkling seltzer water. Thanks Donna O.! Interesting items you won't find in a Safeway. Similar to 1-2 Buy, but on a much smaller scale. Service was 4/5 stars. Nice lady said she will contact me when the ginger plum candy comes into the store! Free parking is limited here. Careful as you enter and exit the parking lot. Big dip. Prices appear reasonable here. Check expiration dates before buying. Ambiance: 2/5 stars. Food: Drinks were refreshing and hydrating. 4/5 stars

Shopping in Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. Donna O. raved about Provinces Snacks on School Street. I read her review and knew that the shop had some free parking spaces next to the snack/convenience store. One thing that could be improved in the shop is the air-conditioning... I think there was none. Service was very pleasant! The cashier knew Donna when I mentioned her name. Shop keepers usually want to know how you found out about them. Merchandise was plentiful and had much variety. Basic groceries, cookies, candies, chips, etc. were neatly arranged on the shelves. Sanrio character plushies, keychains, and other items were either by the cashier or behind her. I looked at the Sale Items and got the Roasted garlic-flavored peanuts. They were good, but didn't have much garlic essence. LOL! I'll return and try something else like Spiced Braised Beef Flavor Lay's potato chips!

Imagine my delight on my first trip to Hawaii and there's a Donki nearby. The immediate rush of…read moreexcitement filled my veins. The inside is as chaotic and busy as a donki in Japan, although this location (because this is the only location I've been to in Hawaii) seems to be merged with Safeway a bit with the items it held so it's almost double the overwhelming yet still fun to browse and walkthrough. It's bright, it's massive, and I'm sure you can play a mean game of tag inside, but don't. While there was a ton of items that almost swayed me, I only opted for a couple bags of cookies and a little hot wheel for my husband.

We went specifically for veggies but the selection was subpar on 4-29-26. Either old, moldy or not…read morefresh. Did however buy cherries but was pricey at $18 at checkout. Also bought hamburger, pork chops, snacks for the grandkiddies and hubs put a custard pie into the wagon. Added kim chee, pickled cucumber too and a couple more items. The employee at the self check out was helpful. The drink I bought from Cafe Kyra in their food court was excellent. Many food stalls were not operating but the restaurant was open.

I came here and tried the poke on the island and it was really good. Auntie and Uncle recommended…read morethe Limu Service here is amazing. Customer service definitely recommended some of the other foods as well like the spam musubi and the ambience is like a local grocery store.

Heard this was the best place to get authentic poke around, i didn't try anywhere else sadly to…read morecompare to places like foodland or restaurants. But this place had a Local authentic hole in the wall spot, it's just some sweet old lady coming out in a gas station to serve up some homemade Poke. It was a good combo with the korean seaweed too!

I always give it a chance. But the only thing that is reasonably priced and tastes good is the…read moresandwich bar. The asian food is rarely good. Do not eat the gyoza waste of money and just not good at all. Nothing is ever consistently good.

It's not hard to turn a soft serve machine on at the beginning of the shift. Great Chicken Yakisoba.read more

Marukai is that spot where you can find products from Japan that aren't mainstream, but are…read moreabsolutely delicious. I enjoy the seafood and the meats are absolutely prime cuts. I haven't tried their hot and ready foods, but the foods that we get to cook with are top notch in quality and value. Hubs is one of those guys who will drive the cart and add what he sees and wants to try, so when I just need one or two things, I leave him home. What can I say, sometimes willy nilly shopping can get expensive! The staff are all friendly and helpful and they have spotlighted areas in Japan which rotate regularly. If you want to know what area they are spotlighting, I suggest getting on the digital mailer so you can see the sales and specials. If you are a fan of wagyu and kurobota pork, this is your spot. When I make sweet and sour spare ribs, this is the only place that I can find the ribs cut long way (makes for more meat and easier eating). If you are a fan of hot pot, they have soups ready to go. They also have veggies and noodles premade and all the cuts of meat for that shabu shabu experience. The construction on the rail makes the entrance a little tricky depending on what side of the island you are coming from, just know there is a back entrance behind the gas station.

This store has a lot of products, food, and drinks to choose from. So much great food and…read moredrinks...my goodness! The hot foods and cold foods like the sushi...amazing! I really enjoy the hot food line they have. Everyday there's different dishes they have you can purchase for plate lunches. The store is pretty clean. The only thing is that the store needs to have the floor fixed and redone. The floor has cracks all over the store. Plus the floors are uneven. If you leave your shopping cart unattended, you may see your cart rolling off in different directions due to the uneven floor. The staff is friendly and helpful.

This is the old Sam's store, owned and operated once upon a time by chef Sam Choy's family…read more I gave a review on this same store under the Sam's store name. Great place for a quick pick up for ice, candies, food, drinks, etc. Love this store.

Ono goodies, especially the cookies! The manapua and gyoza…read morewas very tasty too! Owner very nice! Would definitely go back!