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    Talofa Polynesian Market

    3.8 (26 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Poke is my fave
    Moala P.

    When Im missing Polynesian food this is where i come to.Theres a few Tammys around the island.They serve all Types of polynesian food.Its a little store but has so much goodies for polynesian food lovers and locals and whoever else loves polynesian food can find here.Food is made fresh everyday.I love the lamb and luau leaves in coconut milk and taro,Banana,tapioka and purple sweet potatoes is yummy goodness with the food.They weigh the food a pound.It get a little pricey but its all worth it when u are wanting to eat polynesian food price dont matter lol.If u want to take orders of poly food u can ask and they will do it.I love there poke and shrimp poke here to.

    Panipopo $1 something ea.
    Kristine S.

    Located on N King St. Family owned business. Once named Tammys is now named Talofa Polynesian Mart. There is two places to park: The front which is the metered parking if you're lucky or you can park in the back. The back is in it's own small squared shape parking lot. And when i say small, It's really small. I like what this store has to offer except for its customer service. I understand it's a family owned business that mainly serves Pacific Islanders. Customer service here lacks as the lady at the counter is always rude. There is cooked foods if you're looking to buy some cooked polynesian food for the convenience, You should stop by here and make a plate. If you're looking to make it at home, This is a good place to buy the food to make it. I buy from here & Tamashiro Market when i'm looking to buy groceries to take home to make Lu Sipi or Lu Pulu, ect. What is also nice about this store is that they sell a lot of Islander Pride items. Country flags, Combs, Bracelets, Hats, Shirts. You typically wouldn't see this at a market which is great so it saves you a trip from having to go swap meet. It's a little bit more expensive than if you went to the swapmeet but you pay for connivence and it looks really nice too. Parking is a bit of a hassle, but i don't mind that. What i can't ignore is the customer service. Rude, and very unpleasant. With the recent name change, I hope they managed to fix that as well.

    Shane F.

    Soooo onolicious and affordable food. We loved everything except for the lamb ribs which was very oily. Very tasty but oily. However, I didn't let that sway my vote. Stop in and have some delicious food Talofa Samoa!

    Banana Donuts
    Marina S.

    This is what a Google search for Polynesian food gets you: an authentic Polynesian market with fresh dishes haoles have never heard of! It all started with tasting Lau Lau on Kauai for the first time and almost passing out from its goodness. Upon our return to Oahu, we researched and found out that Palusami was the Samoan version of Lau Lau, so we had to try it , and were blown away. There wasn't even meat , but taro leaves and coconut milk were so flavorful, it was almost incredible. I must admit that we thought we were getting mushrooms when we bought baked Turkey Tail...it was an actual turkey tail, which I somehow did not even consider and am laughing about it now. We are not vegetarians and really enjoyed both the turkey tail and the baked lamb. Personally, I like my ulu browned a bit more, but the baked breadfruit with coconut milk we got was still delicious. The pineapple hand pie was interesting, but probably not a repeat. The filling was a bit to jello-like, but it wasn't too sweet, which we appreciated. The only disappointment were the banana donuts as they tasted like tough banana bread rolled into balls. My friend found the atmosphere a bit sketchy, but I loved it. Authenticity wins me over every time. We are going to stop in again to try their poke and octopus in coconut milk that everyone was grabbing.

    Turkey tails
    Sheryl M.

    I used to come here often to get panikeke, but on my last few visits, they didn't have any. I'm wondering if they make it at all now. Panikeke is basically a deep fried donut ball, very similar to an andagi only bigger, and in my opinion better. When I first walked in, one of the employees just finished setting up the steam tables with hot food. They have a relatively large selection of food, but I didn't want to lift all the covers to see what was inside each pan. But of those I did, it all looked really good. Maybe next time i'll try something. Not located in the best area of town, and it's not so attractive from the outside, but the inside is well lit and very clean.

    Pineapple Pie

    The food was good. The only thing I had an issue with is the pie. I was dry and had no taste. Palusami was sooooo good.

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    100/10. Great Food! excellent service! Staff was super super friendly! Would come here again next time I visit. Slay

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    Stopped here to get some poly food....store was empty yet it took foreverrrrrrs to get what I asked for. Never again!

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    Foodland Farms

    4.2
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Absolute gem Love Foodland! Foodland is my GO TO when I want variety in one place at an affordable…read moreprice -- pizza , sushi , bakery, hot buffet by the pound, and poke by the pound to name a few! - Poke station can get 1/2 pound toppings (tuna, scallops, mussels, octopus, escargot, and more!) and eat plain or get some cooked rice (or tortillas, or taro chips, or chincharrones) to scoop - fruits and vegetables -- whole and pre-cut - coffee selection -- so many coffees to try and take home! Personally LOVE the Boar brand and 3-Island coffees! - ube English muffins and breads - dining area -- buy whatever foods to eat, check out (request free forks or chopsticks from the cashier), and eat right away! No need to have food get cold (or warm!) and can trash garbage right away - There's restaurants inside with brunch and happy hours. - Maka'i membership -- SIGN UP for the Maka'i rewards because it adds up and you can get free reusable bags, % discounts and $ rewards!

    I like this location and the hours!…read more This is my first stop whenever I come back home. Sorry Zippys! The salt and vinegar wings are so delicious. My mouth is salivating just writing this review. I'll typically bring some back with me on the plane. If you're nice, the aunties will give your more flats than drums!

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    DIY Poke Nachos but with Foodland Furikake Shrimp Chips, Shoyu Ahi, Spicy Ahi, crispy onions, unagi sauce, avocado (Cali style)
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    Foodland

    Foodland

    4.2
    (471 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Aloha, THE BEST…read morepoke I've ever had. I got a 2-scoop bowl over white rice with the furikake salmon and avocado ahi -- and everything tasted incredibly fresh. The fish was thick, flavorful, and didn't feel overly sauced or heavy. What stood out the most was the quality , you can really tell the difference. Every bite was clean, rich, and satisfying. It's a quick service so as well. It's also way more filling than it looks. I didn't expect it to hold me over like it did. Honestly, no complaints. If you're in Hawaii and thinking about poke, this is a must. I can't wait to come back and visit and this be my first stop!

    This was my first time going to Foodland, and I absolutely loved it! There is such a large…read moreselection of hot lunches, poke, ready-to-eat snacks, and everything in between. At first, when I walked in, I was kind of overwhelmed, like where do I start?!!! If you're coming from the mainland, the style of this grocery store reminds me of a Whole Foods. I got some fresh poke (and holy guacamole, there is a HUGE selection to pick from!), 2 cans of banana water (what the heck? I didn't even know you can make banana water LOL), some sparkling coconut water, and some veggies. I loved everything I got, and I'm already planning another grocery list to go to Foodland for more of their goodies! Some of their prices are a little higher than those of other grocery stores, but not terribly so. All in all, I'm coming back here for more poke (beach poke and some taro chips, anyone?) and for some groceries! I loved the atmosphere and how friendly the employees are!

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    Tuna and salmon poke ... soooo yum
    Tuna and salmon poke ... soooo yum
    Coconut water
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    Salt & Vinegar Wings ($10.99 per pound).

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    Don Quijote

    Don Quijote

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    I just love this place! What can I say. It's always my first stop when I visit Hawaii. I always…read morebuy poke and beer to eat and drink on my hotel room balcony. The tako (octopus) is my favorite. This Honolulu store may not look like much from the outside, but when you walk in, it's just fun for me. It's like a Target and Japanese supermarket in one! You want tourist gifts? Buy here and save then going to an ABC store or other tourist trap. Mahalo!

    Am I in Japan or Hawaii? This one took me back in the best way possible…read more Just seeing that there was a Don Q in Honolulu got me excited and I knew I'd make it here at some point. I decided to do the long walk from Waikiki down to the store, and I was so rewarded for the effort. Walking up and the row of epic restaurant stalls had me grinning from ear to ear. There were so many delicious options OUTSIDE the store that I almost never made it in. From handrolls featuring the freshest seafood from Hokkaido to wagyu kushiyaki and more, my mouth was watering seeing it all beautifully displayed in the windows, and I'm surprised no one said anything about my gawking. Don Q is such a fun store because they have anything and everything you can think of across nearly every category. If I said they're like the Japanese Walmart, it wouldn't hit quite right because the quality and breadth of the selections here are far better. My favorite part of visiting Don Q has to be the incredible array of Asian specialty ingredients and snacks they sell and the reasonable prices. I picked up some gifts here including some exceptional styles of furikake and togarashi, but saw way too many other things I wanted. They also have amazing prepared foods here, specifically Japanese items. There's an entire sushi counter featuring all cuts of bluefin and more, freshly made onigiri, great selection of bentos and and poké too! You really owe it to yourself to visit!

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    100% Kona coffee prices have skyrocketed!
    $15+ for 5 otoro nigiri - yes, please!!! =)
    $15+ for 5 otoro nigiri - yes, please!!! =)
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    Waikiki Market

    Waikiki Market

    4.2
    (212 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    We wanted to stop by Waikiki Market to grab a few things for a beach day, and ended up being way…read moremore impressed than expected. We picked up a half-pound of Hawaiian-style spicy poke, which was super fresh with a nice kick of heat, and it paired perfectly with the furikake wonton chips we already had. Honestly such a great snack combo. We also grabbed a sushi tempura roll and were surprised by how good it was since we saved it for the next day for an early morning snorkel sesh: it was fresh, crispy, and filled with big chunks of shrimp, easily better than what some sit-down restaurants serve. The crispy Japanese sweet potato drizzled with a bit of honey was incredibly comforting and homey, and a nice balance of sweet and savory. We also tried the chicken katsu, which had a light, crisp breading and came with fluffy white rice topped with furikake. The side potato salad was refreshing with nice, chunky pieces of potato and not overly heavy. Perfect spot to grab quality food quickly before heading out to do other day-long activities. Everything was fresh, well-prepared, and way above typical "market food." Would absolutely stop by again on future trips.

    Waikiki Market is a very nice grocery store just a few minutes from Waikiki Beach. Please note that…read moresome of your regular grocery items might be on the pricier side compared to other stores around here, but the quality of ready-to-eat food like their poke, sushi and hot meals is definitely worth stopping by! I came here because I was a little tired of the ABC stores around the area and just wanted to try something different. The store itself is pretty small but very nice and as soon as you walk in, you are greeted by the amazing staff. They have a really nice selection of ready-to-eat meals, which I would recommend, and they also have a huge selection of wine and beer. They also have a nice selection of souvenirs and handmade items, and they carry many local products and brands not seen at other stores.

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    Foodland

    Foodland

    3.2
    (130 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    I am so thankful for this location and that they are open early. A very clean store. One stop…read moreshopping for me; breakfast, lunch, dinner, animal needs, medical supplies, groceries, fresh pastries in the bakery, hot food in the deli at 6:30am, daily. There is nothing better than a freshly baked bagel, except a fresh chicken musubi. I do enjoy the furikake being mixed into the rice and not clumped up under the meat. The chicken is boneless white meat, lightly seasoned, lightly hand breaded and fried. So lovely for breakfast! Definitely NOT a Foodland Farms, with a salad bar, hot bar, juice bar, etc..but a much loved store in the Dillingham area. So much parking, even though there is ongoing construction next door and the morning staff are so nice and helpful! Treat all customers like family. Thank you Foodland!

    I can't wait for the new Foodland when they move over to the new complex next door, not sure when…read morethat will happen but I got the scoops from the cashiers. This Foodland location has been around for so long, the memories of my newlywed years when I lived in Kalihi with in-laws, I would frequent this Foodland often to pick up groceries for our meals. 30+ years ago. This Foodland is a mess & always busy, from waiting in customer service line , noticed a lot of customer in line for Western Union & the lines are long, it's very crowded. Understandable-The only grocery store that's convenient in this area. This recent visit, since I was near a Foodland, stopped to grab few cans of Spam with Hello Kitty can, the cashier that helped me was nice & quick with ringing my purchase. *Do the survey , every 30 days to get that 200 Maikai points, I look forward to seeing what's they got for $6. Friday only specials! Despite location, I'll continue to shop here for the memories!

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    Safeway

    Safeway

    3.3
    (568 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    This is my neighborhood Safeway that's closest for me. I like this location. It's generally well…read morestocked and when an item is out, they will happily get me a rain check. The aisles are fairly wide and while it's busy, I can usually navigate this store easily. I've always enjoyed the selection of items from the bakery section--I like coming here for just a cake slice or single piece of cheesecake sometimes. One thing that does annoy me is that some of the aisles are now locked up and need a customer service associate to come unlock the display and give you your item. When I have a choice, I will wait and go to another place that doesn't lock items up like that. I would rather the store pay more for security and loss prevention than to inconvenience shoppers and make them get customer service to unlock items. That's just me. Good variety of items, helpful clerks at the front. Just wish I didn't need someone to help me unlock my items.

    What a gift it is when a clerk remembers you by name, asks how your partner is doing, and even…read moreremembers who the ice cream lover is in the family. In that moment, you feel seen--not just as a customer, but as a person. Timaree brings back the feeling of the good ol' days of customer service, when shopping wasn't just a transaction. It was a moment of connection. She greets us like neighbors, remembers the little details, and makes each visit feel personal. For a few minutes, time slows down. We're not just passing through the checkout line, we're being welcomed, acknowledged, and cared for. Timaree is the clerk who, 10 out of 10 times, brings the most genuine kindness and customer service I've experienced at Safeway, and honestly, anywhere. Warmly, June & Matthew

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    Friday DEALAGES! Salt & Vinegar $5.00 bucks a pound!
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    Walmart

    Walmart

    2.8
    (894 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Tee in customer service gets 10 starts. Walmart in Honolulu…read moregets only 2 stars. (Clueless workers, disgustingly dirty parking garage) I bought an SD card online, but it would take an extra day for the pickup to be ready. I went to the store to buy the SD card the same day. The clueless worker in the electronics section did not know where the SD card shown online was located. Tee in customer service spent time trying to locate the inventory in the system, she also informed me that there was another additional aisle of SD cars located in the gaming section that also had SD cards. She saved the day, thanks Tee!!!

    I stopped by Walmart after work hoping to cash my paycheck since my bank had already closed by the…read moretime I got off at 4:00 PM. I went to the Money Services counter, where I was told the fee to cash my check would be $8, which I was fine with. The associate tried twice to cash my check, but both attempts were denied. She told me she couldn't do the transaction and went off to lunch. I tried getting someone else to help me but he stated he was an operator not a manager. So her co-worker explained to me that it wasn't an issue with my identification. At first, I thought it might have been because the address on my passport wasn't current, so I provided another form of identification along with a piece of mail showing my name and mailing address. Unfortunately, that didn't make a difference. The associate explained that it may have been because it was my first time cashing a check of that amount at Walmart and suggested that I go directly to my bank instead. While I appreciated the associate's efforts in explaining it to me, the experience was still extremely disappointing. I had planned to use the money to buy groceries, but since I couldn't access my funds, I had to return everything I had picked out and leave empty-handed. It was a frustrating and discouraging end to an already long workday. I understand that policies and verification systems are in place for security, but I wish there had been a clearer explanation or an alternative solution to make it right with me. I was so disappointed, I just deposited the check through my own Chase mobile banking. A bank I haven't used in over a year and a half since I moved to Hawai'i. To make matters worse, the employees started discussing my situation in the corner in Tagalog as if I wasn't right there. I wish people didn't do that. Speak in another language thinking other people don't understand you. I speak Visaya, English, and Tagalog by the way. I was born in the Philippines and understand the language... It was just a very discouraging encounter. I walked out of Walmart trying not to sob because after two weeks of waiting for a paycheck, and not being able to go to the bank with my work hours, it's been incredibly difficult to have money in my pocket. I was really counting on Walmart to take care of me today. So, reluctantly, I took a picture of my check instead and deposited it through my mobile phone and now I have to wait days for it to go through. What a rough day.

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    It's a UTZ brand!!
    It's a UTZ brand!!
    Soooo cute better together ornaments in pairs! Had to put the baby Snoopy and yoda?
    Soooo cute better together ornaments in pairs! Had to put the baby Snoopy and yoda?
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    Tamashiro Market

    Tamashiro Market

    4.5
    (449 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    One of my fondest childhood memories is going to Tamashiro Market with my dad…read more When we lived in Kalihi, this was our usual spot. And even after we moved, we would still drive out just to come here for the seafood. That's how special it was to us. The reason why he chose Tamashiro over other grocery stores was simple--it was quality and because of my Nanay (grandma). His mom purchased from here and made so many delicious dishes. He knew what to look for, and he trusted this place. For him, it wasn't just about buying food... it was about getting the best for his family. My dad isn't the type to say "I love you." He shows it. One of the biggest ways he showed love was through his cooking. Even after a long day on his feet cooking for others, he would come home and cook for us. That was his way of taking care of us. I loved coming here with him. It was a five-senses overload--the smell of fresh seafood, the sound of people talking story, the colors of fish on display. Back then when you were allowed to sample a grape or poke to make sure it was good before buying. But more than that, it was time with him. I still remember the excitement I felt when I saw the pink building with the huge crab. I thought back then was to look at everything but now I understand that it meant something more..... something special--time with my dad. It's with a sad heart that Tamishiro Market is now closed. Thank you, Tamashiro, for providing quality food and memories for so many years. You were more than a market--you were part of my childhood

    Goodbye to another Hawaii landmark! Tamashiro Market is closing its doors on April 30, 2026…read more FPO and I went the Sunday before for one last tour of the legendary fish market. It looked the same as it did the first time I went with my grandfather. I picked up a couple pounds of dry aku for my favorite sister and some tee shirts as memorabilia. It was pretty busy and I expect that will continue until They close. Still, the people were nice and very helpful. I'm really going to miss it!

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    See? I told you they were huge!!!
    See? I told you they were huge!!!
    Tamashiro Market
    Tamashiro Market

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