5.0 stars Shaloha Pita is an absolute must-visit if you are in Honolulu! We stayed for five days and ended up eating here three separate times--it is that good. Every single dish tastes incredibly fresh and clean. The hummus is remarkably smooth, and the pita is a game-changer. It is impossibly soft, almost like a cross between a classic, pillowy pita and a Hawaiian roll. If you go, do not skip the Shaloha Plate. The portions are huge--one plate easily fed me, my husband, and our toddler. To show you how much we fell in love with this spot: on our final day, we placed an order to take with us on the way to the airport. When delivery was running behind, we couldn't bear the thought of missing out, so we made a detour to pick it up ourselves before catching our flight. Having traveled to Israel and eaten at many fantastic local spots there, I can honestly say this is some of the best Israeli food I've ever had. Do not miss it! read more

Shaloha PITA - Outside.. total hole in the wall but amazing food!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

cheap quality, horrible place, rude employees and very pricey below average food. gave a tip to that rude worker to give me attitude instead and fill up my $28 saggy sandwich with cabbage water. Horrible. do not recommend this place at all!!! read more

Shaloha PITA - My bill from that horrible place. I need a refund for that garbage they sold me for $28 - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Located on Waialae Ave, across the street of Chaminade University. Also next to St. Louis Drive Inn. Shaloha is in the same parking lot as Subway and LnL. Limited parking in the parking lot, but there's also some street parking. Friendly staff. My order was made quickly, little wait time. This is an order and go kind of place. No seating. Got the Shaloha plate this time, which is my favorite on the menu. It comes with everything. It literally weighs like 2 pounds. This plate can be shared by 2 ppl. If I eat it by myself I can make 3-4 meals out of it. The veggies are fresh every time. The plate is packed with flavor. read more

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Sha-coma... The generous amount of portions that they give you in their plates are something to behold as I've been wanting to visit Shaloha Pita for quite some time and with all the wonderful reviews today was the perfect time to give them a visit. Arriving for a late lunch/early dinner was nice as the area wasn't as crowded and parking at the small shared lot was a breeze, it seems like they close their restaurant to the public and you order at the counter from outside but after placing my order at the counter and was told it would take about 10 minutes. I decided on the Eggplant Plate since I do love eggplants and when I picked it up was surprised with how heavy it was and wondered how can that be. First of all it's like a mini buffet going on in there with white and red cabbage, Israeli Salad, hummus, turmeric rice and if that's not enough two huge pitas as well. The eggplant was excellent and with about eight slices was nice though still felt it was a bit pricey and wished that they had a mini plate as this amount of food is quite wasteful as I don't see myself finishing it all. The Israeli salad I just didn't like way too much parsley for me and hummus...was okay I love hummus but this didn't do much for me personally, the rice was like one huge mochi all completely mushy the cabbage both white and red I did like and finished it all as for the pita I didn't touch it at all and will take it home for a sandwich I guess but as nice as the value for the meal it's unnecessarily too much. Thanks! read more

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I might be missing the point here--maybe the "pile-everything-on-a-plate" approach is intentional--but for me, it didn't land well. The initial smell when I opened the bag was unappealing... The flavors were lacking, and while the portion size was massive, the nearly $30 price tag made me wish I had something smaller that I actually enjoyed. The attached photo shows what was left after I picked through it... it is going to waste. I was hoping to try something new today--unfortunately, it was disappointing. I can see the place has plenty of glowing reviews, and that's what drew me in. But based on my experience, I wouldn't recommend it. read more

Shaloha PITA - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I used to go here when I was a student. The food is top quality. The staff were always friendly. I remember they used to have a student deal where I would get a free bag of pita chips. Pita chips are not like the Stacy's ones. They're fresh hot bread with a little crunch. Try the spicy sauce!!! read more

Shaloha PITA - Menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I always order by phone first then do pick up. It takes a little bit since they have to assemble the pita pocket sandwich. I usually get the eggplant sandwich. It's a full meal with lots of flavors and textures. I also need to sit down and eat this. It can get messy since it's packed full with goodness. Also, get the spicy sauce it's spicy but adds so much to it! read more

Wow!!! Just wow!!! Let me just say, get the Chicken shawarma plate and you'll be satisfyingly set for 2 full meals! And only for about $24!!! They give lots of chicken shawarma, mixed veggies that have kind of a minty flavor, green and purple cabbage, and yellow rice. With 3 different sauces (red is little on the hotter side, yellow has that oily but smooth texture and taste, and white which kinda tastes like milder ranch but is still super good). All of that mixed together is an amazing explosion of flavor in your mouth. And the best part about it is you have a second meal of that for whenever u feel like lol. Also comes with pita bread and hummus. Yum!! Parking is a little bit tight and the lot has maybe about 6-8 stalls but I usually find street parking then walk over. Staff is super friendly too. And normally parking and convenience would knock off a star, but since the food is soo good that I always find myself coming back for more, it's an easy 5 stars! read more

Shaloha PITA - Chicken shawarma plate - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Since the previous review, I've switched over to vegetarianism, the prices have increased , Shaloha didn't utilize the Chow Now app, and there was a counter for indoor dining ( with surfboard on the wall ) but the parking ( at least there is parking for customers of the small strip mall ) is still lousy. I got the Hummus Plate - $23.99 - which is portioned for 2 moderately hungry humans. It took me over an hour to finish it all...but I managed it. In all fairness, I was hungry and as stated in my initial review, I can eat like a pig...proven. Hummus, with cabbage, pickled red cabbage, tabouleh, Israeli salad, and all on top of a bed of rice. Two pitas - baked in-house - are included. The Falafel Plate is also a good option. I can attest that the Schnitzel and Shaloha Plates are also excellent. I used to consider the schnitzel my favorite...not a strict vegetarian, I may yet enjoy this on some occasion. Ordered via the app Chow Now...better option for mobile ordering in terms of the business. Parking stalls number about 10, but is shared by 5 businesses and storefront parking is up an incline...not bad when the lot is empty but when full...tight quarters for reverse parking or perpendicular, for that matter. Owner is not as present in the front as previously. Nice guy...a surfer who is originally from Israel. I've found Lebanese and Israeli food in Honolulu...just gors to show what a diverse community exists here. read more

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One of our family's standard take-out dinner places when we don't have time to cook dinner. We used to order around 6-8 times a year and have ordered party platters for events. We swore off this place about 1 year ago after we felt their "labor fee" (~10%) and "processing fee" ($0.99) for online orders were not fair relative to the amount of food we received. I normally tip on my takeout orders anyways. Not sure why they didn't raise their menu prices post-COVID vs adding the additional fees? We are 2 adults and 3 kids (all growing) so volume of food is important. Most people cannot eat an entire plate which is around 3lbs of food. We decided to give it a try again this week after our long break. There just aren't many options for this cuisine. We were pleasantly surprised that the portions remained very generous despite inflation. The food was as good as before (chef is the same). We think that even with the additional fees, the food at Shaloha represents a good value. The sheer size and packing of the food may turn off some people. It ain't pretty (but tastes ono). We ordered 4 plates (1 falafel and 3 chicken at $23.75 ea) for our family of 2 adults and 3 tween children. We had an entire plate as leftovers. The pita bread (and chips) is as good as ever. 2 pita breads per plate order. The staff is hit and miss (no smiles or hello) but I can't complain as the new front of house is very generous with her portions. I also hear it can be a difficult work environment with the number of orders, the limited space, and the personalities. But there is no dine-in, so this is not a problem for patrons. Shaloha Pita is back in my takeout rotation until they raise their prices or pack less food in their containers. Best takeout Mediterranean in the area by far, but not the best on the island. I think the food (3/5) and value (5/5) are better here than at the Olive Tree Cafe (under new management) in Kahala. The only better food is at Istanbul in Ward, but it is more expensive. I liked Leila Kaimuki when it was serving middle eastern and have also dined at Mara (Sera). read more

Shaloha PITA - Generous portions again - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food is great, with everything the prices have gone up... however falafel and pita bread Pita chips and hummus excellent! read more

Shaloha Pita is the first and only Israeli restaurant I have ever eaten at. To my surprise, I consider it to be the best food on the island. It is fresh, huge portions, healthy, and an assortment of sides that are part of the meal. The food is very flavorful, and the three sauces are unique, different, and delicious. One meal could feed a person for three meals, so the price is well worth it. The ingredients are of high quality. read more

Shaloha PITA - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great service! They saw I was overheated from walking blocks to get there ( its a long story but it was totally worth it) , gave me a cup of ice water and quickly took my order. I got the chicken schwarma sandwich. It was huge!!!! Lots and lots of curry chicken and veggies. The tahini was excellent! I love this place! Thanks again for your aloha! read more

Shaloha PITA - This was awesome - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Had a small gathering with friends and decided to get some takeout. We had the assortment of all the protein options, the slaw, and 3 different sauces - spicy, turmeric, and regular hummus. We really liked the battered and fried chicken the most. The slaw and veggies were fresh and crunchy and flavorful. I also really liked the chickpea balls which was surprising. It was a good amount of food with plenty of leftovers and the kids really liked it too. Definitely something to keep in mind for a gathering in the future. read more

Food: Yummy food. One of our favorite spots when attending UH athletic events. Shaloha plate is a favorite along with the fried pita chips and hummus. Service: Pleasant and Pretty quick -just 10 minutes after a phone order on a week night. Facility : Not a full service restaurant. No tables. Just a walk-up counter -no seating. Carryout. Minimal parking spots in front. Location: Convenient to UH and across from Chamanade. We will definitely return. read more

Shaloha PITA - Shaloha plate without the pitas - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Still the same awesome food...vegetarian option is a plus! I never ate a falafel before but now I'm an addict!

My GOODNESS. the amount of food we got here for lunch! We went right when I hey opened at 11 and were third in line. The food took about 5 mins to come out after we ordered. The girl working was friendly and efficient! It's a very small walk up place, no seating, parking is tight. Prices are reasonable too. First off, this meal was so colorful and hit the spot. Between the two of us we should have split the combo plate and we would still have a meal left for us both! The plates were so heavy and filled up the whole take out box! Plenty of sauces, and the pitas were massive. Pillowy and delectable - best ones I've had. I will come back just for those! Fresh tasting, and looking. Big fan of everything on the plate - zesty and delicious and the flavors went perfectly together. I have to bring my friends and family here. I have plenty of leftovers now! Yay! read more

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This place has been here for a while! I've almost forgotten about it (east side burn and raised who moved to Maui and back after 7 years). I really wanted a falafel and a refreshing salad and wanted something to pick up nearby my house because I started class soon. I love that you can now order online. Super convenient! They are a bit pricey but there is a TON of food. Like 2-3 meals worth, no joke. Their pita is so fluffy and yummy! Not a big fan of the hummus, as it was kind of bland, but everything else in the mixed plate, especially the falafel and eggplant was chefs kiss! I wish they had side orders on a smaller scale. Like I wanted more falafels to go with the excess of carbs (maybe stuff it in the pita?) but a side order is $15. I mean. I just want 2 lol. But that's a me thing, not the establishment! Overall, the guys working there are quite friendly and they're a good place to stop by for yummy Mediterranean food at a good price/amount. Parking is a small lot, but never really an issue. They take cc. No seating, just takeout. read more

The best Mediterranean/Middle Eastern food on the island! After a long day at the beach, we were craving something fresh and healthy instead of the usual plate lunches--and we're so glad we found this gem. From the moment we walked up, the owner (Sage, I believe) greeted us with the warmest smile and made us feel instantly welcome. I had already checked Yelp and knew I wanted to try the Shaloha Plate. At first, my boyfriend thought about ordering something else, but Sage insisted the Shaloha Plate was huge and more than enough for two people. He even joked, "If you can finish it, I'll give you another plate," which made us all laugh. While our food was being prepared, Sage surprised us with complimentary pita chips piled high with silky-smooth hummus. You can tell it's made with care--the chickpeas are peeled, giving it that perfect creamy texture most places don't bother with. As if that wasn't enough, he kept bringing out fresh, warm pita bread while we chatted, so by the time we headed home, we were already happily full. And then we opened the Shaloha Plate. Wow. It was massive. The chicken, cooked in lamb fat, was incredibly flavorful and tender. Paired with the hummus, tangy cabbage, and fresh herby salad, it was pure perfection. Every bite felt vibrant, balanced, and made with love. The shop itself has no seating, but it's clean, and you can see all the fresh ingredients and bread being prepared right in front of you. If you're on the island and craving Middle Eastern food, this place is a must. Generous portions, amazing flavors, and an owner who truly goes above and beyond--you'll leave full, happy, and planning your next visit. read more

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Found this place on a whim and knew I had to make a trip sooner rather than later, since I've been dying to have good falafel. Ended up putting a phone order in and got the shaloha plate, falafel pita, and extra pitas (6 count.) They said it would take about 15 minutes, but it ended up taking longer than that, which was fine since it allowed me some time to get there. When looking at some of the photos on Yelp, I noticed that someone weighed their shaloha plate and it was 3 pounds--lemme tell you, they were NOT lying! The bag of food was so heavy, I couldn't believe it! We still have some leftovers, and that's after 3 people split everything. Prices aren't cheap but it's totally worth it based on all the food you get. I might try the chicken shawarma plate next time...don't get me wrong, I absolutely loved the falafel, but the chicken shawarma is just a nostalgic dish for me. I got to sample it in the shaloha plate, but I needed more lol. Definitely recommend coming here if you're craving this kind of food. I will be coming back for sure. read more

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I can't believe I've never wrote a review for this place as this is one of my go to places for dinner. We always call in our order 15 minutes before we plan to arrive and we always just get there and pick it up. I love the shaloha plate since it has a mix of everything. Recently my husband and I have been sharing the shaloha plate and a side of pita chips and hummus. Try their pita chips!! They are sooo good. I like how it's a little crispy but when you bite into it it's a little chewy. One of my favorite parts in the plate is the Israeli salad and shawarma. Staff is really nice and accommodating. There's no seating so just take your food to a nearby park. Parking is also easy. The lot barely ever has cars which is nice. Don't forget to check in if you purchase a sandwhich as you can get a free drink. read more

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Great take-out Mediterranean food in Kaimuki! It's nestled among a few shops/eateries (across Chaminade University) on the corner of 3rd & Waialae Ave. There's only ~a dozen parking stalls, but most people are in/out in a short period of time so if you just wait or go around & re-enter, you can usually get a space. Plates: you can choose Shawarma, Schnitzel, Falafel, Eggplant or Hummus. Each plate has a generous portion of turmeric rice, tabbouleh, Israeli salad, red & white cabbage, hummus & 2 large pitas. If you can't decide on one item (like me), you can order the "Shaloha Plate" which has a combination of all of the above items! Everything is made to order, so it's very fresh. At first glance at the menu it seems a little pricey, but the portions are very generous & are enough for a couple of meals! My Shaloha plate (~$28) was packed with food & seemed to weigh 5 lbs! I couldn't eat it all in one sitting, so it served as two meals for me. Each of the above selections can also be ordered as a pita sandwich. We also tried the Falafel Sandwich (~$18). It was stuffed with freshly fried falafels & hummus, tabbouleh, Israeli salad, red/white cabbage, tahini sauce. If you're hungry, this will definitely fill you up! If you're in the area & craving good Mediterranean food, check this place out! read more

Shaloha PITA - Shaloha Plate (combo of Shawarma,Schnitzel,Falafel,Eggplant w/turmeric rice,tabbouleh,Israeli salad,red/white cabbage,hummus & 2 pitas) - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Food was messy but very delicious. It was everything I expected. Service was mediocre Ambiance was eh due to it being in Kakaako where it's just a grab and go and try to look for an open table in front of the store. read more

The quality of the food has noticeably declined. I ordered two plates--the Shaloha and the falafel--and both were deeply disappointing. The schnitzel and falafel arrived burnt, with the falafel so overcooked it was as hard as a rock. With the proteins essentially inedible, the meal amounted to little more than sides with a small portion of chicken, some eggplant, and pita. At $72 for these two plates, this is simply poor value. For the price, there are far better options available that deliver both quality and satisfaction. read more

The hummus is great along with their pita chips. The fried eggplant was the worst we have ever had. Should have taken it back. It was tasteless, soggy and not edible. Don't buy the fried eggplant read more

Was in Kaimuki recently and stopped in. I was a little shocked at the prices but I was really craving the chicken shawarma plate. Although it was $23.75...it was HUGE and stuffed to the rim and overflowed the plate. It weighed 3 lbs and I'll just say I was eating this for days! Delicious, tasty and fresh. The service was friendly and efficient and reheating the pita bread in an airfryer is a win! Although pricey the portions are really generoua read more

Shaloha PITA - My 3lb chicken shawarma plate! - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I ordered two Shaloha plates for dinner last night b/c these combo plates NEVER disappoint. I got home only to find that they accidentally packed two chicken shawarma plates instead of the combos. I sent them a message to just let them know and see if they would at least just refund the difference in prices between the two plates. Imagine my shock and appreciation when they got back to me IMMEDIATELY, letting me know that they would be refunding my entire meal. At a time when customer service tends to fall short, Shaloha most definitely made me feel like an appreciated customer. No doubt I will continue to order from them! Thank you, Shaloha :) read more

Super tasty, super fresh, super good. Unbelievably helpful counter service, so you can make great decisions about what and how much to get. The chips with the hummus is awesome. The Shaloha plate is more than you hoped for and the tea! Do not forget the tea! It might be my favorite thing about it. Will definitely be back and hope that we can get a pop up on the north shore so we can share more of this more often! read more

The food is great. Always cooked well, seasoned well, and tasty. Can't go wrong with a chicken shawarma. Really the only two issues are parking totally sucks; it's a tiny lot on a slant making parking miserable. And as for the food, you get so much food that it's literally at least two days worth. But it comes at a steep cost, over 20 bucks for a standard plate. I really wish they'd just give half the food and charge half the price; while the food is great, I just don't need that much of it and hate eating leftovers. Other than that, it's a great opportunity to try a different cuisine and support a small business. read more

Love the food here! They give so much and one plate is perfect for me and my boyfriend to share. Service is really quick too. read more

Shaloha PITA - the shaloha plate - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I have been craving the shaloha mixed plate because for $25 this plate is so heavy and filling. There is eggplant, chicken shawarma, falafel, fried chicken, and a few types of salad. On top of that there is hummus, naan bread and turmeric rice which is delicious. The plate is definitely filling enough for two people. The naan is so thick so definitely be hungry before going. I called in my order but you can also order online. The food was ready when I got there and this is a take out only spot. There is a small parking lot to park in when you go to pick up your food. read more

Shaloha PITA - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Absolutely love this place! Been here a bunch of times and it never misses. Everything is great. Prices seem high but the portions are huge. Ordering ahead is a must as there's only the owner working the front and the cook in the back. read more

Shaloha PITA - Menu - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place is tucked in the small strip mall across Chaminade, but packs a big punch. Don't let the prices scare you away. The plates weigh a ton and can EASILY feed 2 hungry adults. For us, the Shaloha plate feeds 2 adults plus 1 teenage girl. The Shaloha plate comes with everything in it: eggplant, breaded chicken, chicken shawarma, falafel, 2 kinds of salad, 2 cabbage salads, hummus, rice and pita. They make their own fresh pitas and their hummus is the creamiest I've ever had. You can order online right through the Yelp app, but you pay slightly more & you can request curbside pickup so if there's no parking you don't have to worry. For me, sometimes it's worth it to not have to deal with all that. On days that I don't know what to make for dinner, this place always comes through. And for that, this place makes my #ThankfulThursday post. read more

Delicious!! The plate was so heavy when I left I knew this would be at least 2 meals! So worth it for the price when you savor it! I'd come here over and over again. read more

Large portions of food, great value! Pita chips and hummus are my favorite. We only do take out There is a small parking lot in front for parking read more

Food was ready fast and tasted great, friendly staff, parking was easy, will be back.

Used to love Shaloha but something changed--their food lacks flavor and the pita is mushy. It used to be so good, but now prices are so high ($30 for a plate) and, while they give large portions, the food is extremely bland and not cooked in the same way it has been. Sadly, will not be going back after years of eating food from here. read more

This plate just kept getting better and better. It was seriously loaded with so much food (my husband and I ordered the Shaloha Plate and shared it); plenty for 2 people! The food was layered and under each layer of delicious food was another equally delicious side. Our favorites were the falafel, eggplant, cabbage and the rice. The rice was so sticky and flavorful, the falafel was amazingly crunchy and the eggplant was hot and cooked perfectly. While cabbage can often be seen as filler, this cabbage was a salad with a delicious dressing that we couldn't get enough of. We loved every bite! read more

Shaloha PITA - Shaloha Plate - Sandwiches Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Nope! All food was green except for the salad.. Portions are ok, yet too much of a bad thing is just that. The pita were like frizbees, humus was old, and quite over priced.. We do not recommend. read more

Whenever I think about getting take out, my thoughts go immediately to Shaloha Pita. Lm And the one item you must not pass up on is the Hummus and pita (fried) --the small side is plenty for two people. The memory of the chewy deep fried pita dipped into the hummus --that's what calls me to go back, again and again. I always order the Shaloha Plate it's combo, try everything plate. Chicken Shawarma (small pieces of spiced chicken) i and Deep friend Schnitzel, eggplant and falafel "on a bed of turmeric rice with tabouleh, Israeli salad, red and white cabbage, hummus, and 2 pitas." The sides--yummy The flavors are subtle--so if you like well salted, this may not be the place (except the Hummus and pIta side, very tasty). I don't mind the natural flavors coming through. The sauces--yellow turmeric, red--spicy, and beige-- tahini-- enhances the subtleties. Fair portions. I can't eat it all in one seating. The fresh pita goes untouched--too busy munching on the fried ones. When driving to the place, heading Koko Head/East on Waialae, blink and you'll miss it. It's on the right corner in a small complex with Subway closest to the street. The intersection is Waialae and the street with Chaminade entrance on the left. If you cross the intersection and see St Louis Drive In on your right, you passed it. Small parking lot. read more