The fish katsu was 86 'd But the kalua pig got good flavor ................/.............................. Husband had the hamburger steak - gravy is bomb! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

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Great burger from a food truck. I had the reg 6oz hamburger and my husband had it with Swiss cheese. We shared an order of fries as well. Made to perfection. Great service. Enjoyed sitting outside in the beautiful weather of Kauai as well. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

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OMG, the burger is 50/50 chuck/RIBEYE! Worth dollar we paid for it and every minute we waited for it to be cooked. Do not miss this hidden gem (in same lot at Shakfalafel). read more

We were in search of a quick snack to have before a hike when we happened upon this food truck park tucked away on Kapa'a Beach. Little did we know that our minds were about to be blown! Boyfriend and I split one of the daily special offerings, which that day was Ahi Katsu. The first bite was incredible, and somehow each bite kept getting better. I've had delicious seared ahi tuna before, but having it in katsu form really elevated the contrast between the different textures. The dish was also smothered in what seemed to be unagi sauce and wasabi mayo, and even though the sauces were generous, it wasn't overwhelming. I wish this could be a regular menu item to have a higher chance of having this again in the future. Also wish we could have tried their kalua pork or smash burgers too, but we didn't want to eat too much before our hike. The employees were nice, and there was live music playing in the food truck park. We'll definitely be back the next time we're on the island! - Ambiance: 5/5 - Food: 5/5 - Service: 5/5 read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Ahi Katsu (Special Menu Item) - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

Walked up with a smile and was greeted by a girl that clearly didn't want to be helping us. Still, were usuals and wanted the food. She took our order and got it wrong and when we asked about it - she gave us attitude about it even though she checked the receipt and realized she messed up. So unnecessary to act that way when she was in the wrong. We were chill about it. My pork sandwich was soggy but the plate lunch was good - price is too high for the food and buggy bench experience. I'd rather go to the Sleeping Giant! Try nice. read more

Best burgers on Kauai hands down. Friendly service. Fair prices. Great vibes. Can't wait for restaurant! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Charlie - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

Bomb food truck! Smash burger was hella fresh and the bun was amazing. Pulled pork was really tender and the bbq sauce was delicious. You could tell the bbq sauce was homemade. Plate came with one soy sauce. Had to pay $1 for a side of bbq. Mac salad was a mix of mac and potato salad. Amazing!! My family and I will definitely be back! read more

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Food truck. Was in the area and found by chance. Hawaiian pulled pork sandwich was very good. They had a big phone order so it took a little bit but it was good, even though a little messy. Requires napkins. read more

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In searching for a kalua pig plate lunch, I was happy to find theirs. Not best ever, but it certainly scratched my itch. Lovely servers in a casual but lovely little nook. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Kalua Pig plate lunch. - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

I've had my fair share of burgers, but nothing comes close to the burgers at smash time grinds 808. Their patties are juicy and perfectly seasoned, grilled to perfection. Their buns are next-level: soft, slightly toasted, and able to hold everything together without falling apart. Every component felt intentional, and the harmony of flavors was unreal. It's the kind of burger that ruins all other burgers for you (in the best way). The aloha spirit came through not just in the food but in the service--friendly, warm, and clearly passionate about what they do. If you ever see this truck do yourself a favor: stop, order the burger, and thank me later. This isn't just the best burger I've had in Hawaii--it's the best burger I've had anywhere. read more

I love that this place have 1/2 size portions & options for under &13. Being on vacation it's very refreshing! This loco moco was very good & flavorful. The chicken plate also was delicious yet simple. Service was fine it's a food truck go it's grab and go. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Loco moco - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

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Food truck that has large portion delicious burgers! Tried the candied pig blues burger which was freaking awesome if you like bacon and blue cheese. Definitely will return and try the loco moco! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Candied Pig Blues Burger - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

My partner got the pork combination plate but they ran out of Mac salad so they gave him rice and a side salad instead. He said that the pork was really well spiced and that the serving was generous. He was just sad that there was no mac salad. But because there was so much pork, he was able to eat this for two meals and enjoyed that aspect of his meal. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Pork plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

I came here on my yearly trip to Kauai with buddies while staying in Kapaa on the recommendation of a hostess at another establishment. I got the Candied Pig Blues burger (candied maple bacon and blue cheese) and the Asian Slaw side, both were outstanding. My buddy got the Loco moco. He liked his very much as well. Typical picnic tables for dining but they had shade to keep folks comfortable. No question I'm gonna be here again. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Outside the truck from the dining area. - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

They were closed a few extra days so we almost missed being able to try this place. We had a Mushroom Swiss and a Double Cheese w/fries. Both were very good. The wait time wasn't long, what you would expect for a burger. The patties were seasoned well and you can taste the quality of the meat. Be prepared to use your napkins! Overall I was impressed and glad we didn't miss the experience. The only thing that I didn't enjoy was the sweet pickles, but that is just personal taste. read more

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Pulled Pork Sandwich was delicious! Nice and big portions. Well balanced in flavor of meat, sauce and slaw. The bread was soft and nothing seemed dry. It's a place you'll want to go back for more but really will be full. Biggest complaint is it is here in Kapa'a and nowhere near back home. Hawaiian BBQ at its finest. read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Food truck - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

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Shroom & swiss....by far the best on island. Service was awesome. Very well worth the price! Came from Waimea just to try. Will be returning for sure. read more

Young lady taking orders is very rude and impatient. My father had a simple question about a local dish and she wouldn't give him a clear answer, seemed like she was mad we didn't know the answer. Overall the staff is rude but the food is good, I would try to find a different place unless you really want a burger. There also are not any trash cans. read more

The best Swiss and mushroom burger is THE BEST you have ever had!!!!! So good! I'm not normally a fan but we came back for round 2!!!! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Mushroom and Swiss burger - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

Service with a smile at the end of the day! Perfect options for teenage boys. Cheeseburger with fries and a plate of smoked pork with rice and a pasta salad. Grandma and granddaughter loved the fish tacos. read more

I am giving it 5 stars for the food. I had the candied pig blues burger. It is the best burger I had in a long time. The candied bacon was cooked just right so it was easy to eat with the burger. I ordered the Asian slaw as my side. It was better than your average slaw. It had some extra veggies and the dressing was light, not heavy. It's in the the food truck area in the back on the south side of old Kapaa town. read more

Loved this place. We got the loco moco, and it was delicious. Service was great, super welcoming and the outdoor sitting set the perfect ambiance, it was exactly what we needed for our babies. We will definitely come back. read more

BEST burger that I've had in a long time: highly recommend them and will definitely try to go back again before our stay is over!! My daughter and I had the burger with the candied bacon- the burger was super juicy and the brioche bun was soft and soaked up the juices. Everything about it was perfection!! My husband had the mushroom Swiss burger and said it was delicious too! It's a food truck in an area on the main road but tucked around a few other food trucks that are stationary with picnic tables. We just got everything to go and ate back at our place. Service was quick and the food didn't take long at all. Again - highly recommend them for a great burger! read more

This place is excellent!!! Had the teriyaki ribeye sandwich and teriyaki chicken bowl. Delishious!!! Fries were skinny and like the good ole days. Staff were very nice!! Go there!!! You will not be disappointed!! read more

If you want a local spot with local pricing, go HERE! Workers were super sweet, the food was filling and clean, and I'll be back for sure to try the burgers!! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Kalua Pork w/ side of Mac Salad & Rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

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It's good The burgers are diner style. Enjoy If you sit in the back be prepared for the chickens. There are spray bottles provided so you can spray the chickens. read more

Everything on the menu is amazing! The ahi burrito is a flavor explosion. You can't go wrong with the burgers, and the rib eye is always good! The service is fast and friendly, and the lighting is really nice. They also have pumpkin crunch and jello cheesecake for dessert so save room! Thank you smash time grinds read more

We stopped for lunch and ordered both specials (Ahi Katsu & Smoked Pork) & a burger w/ fries.. All were so delicious & it was a great burger! Both specials were served with rice and choice of Mac salad or tossed green. Service was fast & friendly & portions were generous.We are definitely going back while we're here! read more

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The special Smash Time house sauce is next level! Just the right amount of spice We added it to the fish sandwich and I could literally eat it everyday. Local workers welcome our family with so much Aloha. This will be our go-to spot for family dine out night. Lots of picnic tables for seating and cute string lighting for a cool hang out spot read more

Waited 25 minutes for two grilled cheese sandwiches that were completely charred. Overpriced as well.

They have good large delicious burgers with tasty seasoning. My wife enjoyed the large bbq burger (but ate it over two meals). They have a comfortable seating area amidst the shopping in Kapaa. read more

The burger I had was so delicious! The service was great, the people were so kind. The ambiance was strong lights and picnic tables surrounding the truck. This was such a nice place to eat a wonderful dinner!!! read more

It's in a nice open area between stores in one of the towns east of the airport. We decided to stop by for some grinds and saw they had Kalua pig, burgers, and some other local plates. Now we live on Maui and have had Kalua pig from dozens of local places and dozens of "Local" places, you know da kine. Well lemme say, at first glance it doesn't look like much, but it was the juiciest, most tender, flavor packed Kalua pig we've ever had. BROKE DA MOUTH brah, just insane. Huge shouts to John the chef who owns the truck. Extremely nice guy and you can really tell he cares about everything that comes out the window. Next time we come back to the beautiful island of Kaua'i, this will be a must for us, and I suggest you make it a must for you too. Aloha! read more

Smash Time Grinds 808 - Kalua Pig with Rice and Mac and Potato Salad - Hawaiian Near Me - Kapaʻa, Hawaii

My wife and I shared the teriyaki beef sandwich from here and it was incredible! The meat kinda tasted like bulgogi beef and the flavor was amazing! I'm sure they have a bunch of other good stuff too but definitely try the teriyaki beef sandwich! read more

Best Kalua pork hands down! Visiting from Maui, stopped for a quick bite and found some of the best local food we've had! The Kalua pork was not only full of amazing flavor but super moist and tender. The Swiss Mushroom burger and Mango BBQ & Maple Bacon burger were unique and amazing! It's clear that this business is run by people who care about showing aloha through their food. We had the pleasure of meeting John who clearly takes pride in the food he prepares and exceeds expectations. Mahalo nui loa John! We'll be back for sure :) read more

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The first night, the rib plate. 1/3 rack of amazing babybacks with their own sauce, potato mac salad and rice. Very reasonable. So good we went back the next night for a pulled pork sandwich, mango bacon burger and fries. AND fresh baked pumpkin roll. We had to come home or we would have gone back again. Soooo good! read more

Don't miss this gem of a food truck tucked in between stores in the heart of Kapaa town. Decided to take a chance on it for a quick lunch and we were so impressed. The Candied Pig Blues burger was full of delicious and fresh ingredients which was anchored with a brioche bun and a large patty. The husband got the Ahi Taco special and he declared it to be amazing. Generous portion of Ahi on three tortillas made for a filling lunch for him. We got the Mac salad out of curiosity since everyone on the island seems to do it different. We were very pleased with how balanced it was with potatoes and macaroni and not overly sweet or mayo. read more

How do they make the burgers taste so freaking good I send everybody here Mushroom Swiss is amazing also so is the regular cheeseburger read more

So good!! Loved the teriyaki beef. Quick and tasted much better than most food trucks.

John's burgers are some of the best you will ever try. I am hooked on the cheeseburger with Havarti, grilled onions and his famous smash sauce. It will change the way you think about what a burger should taste like and increase your life expectancy at the same time! Everything is mucho ono and John and his crew are fantastic. Outdoor seating is plentiful and super chill. Be sure to get extra napkins because burger is soooo juicy. Highly recommend!! read more