The Bistro

THE BEST LEMONADE AND ICED COFFEE! The prices were so reasonable compare to other areas and the…read moreguys working were great!!

Sodabomb is not your usual mix any kine soda from the machine. Anyone remember "suicide soda" or…read more"Sprunch"? Seeing this little stall within the Hukilau Marketplace, next to Polynesian Cultural Center really reminded me of the time when mixing sodas (at McDs) was fun. I wonder if that was the inspiration! I didn't see those on the menu, but they have many other soda creations--including iced coffee, boba drinks, crafted waters, energy mixed drinks, farm to cup specialty drinks, and frozen drinks. Got a little bit of everything! I like how they incorporate Hawaiian Pidgin to name some of the drinks. It's a test to see who is local lol. "Ho cuz, can I get one da kine holoholo and small kine Broke Da Mouth? Shoooots!" That's four drinks right there. Ordered a Pink Plumeria (lemonade and strawberry, guava with fresh berries). With these mixed soda drinks, there's a little worry it might be too sweet, but this was not the case at all. Very clean flavors that were well balanced between sweet and sour. The lady at the counter was very nice and friendly. Sodabomb is definitely a unique place as I can't think of any other place that does this, especially with sodas. For sure a must stop while you're in Laie! I'll be back for more!

Orange Dreamsicle

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The truck

Hukilau Cafe

4.2(646 reviews)

0.9 mi

Amazing loco moco. The hamburger patties are the best I've ever had. Fried rice is a must…read more Find street parking and look around the small grocery store around the corner while you wait. Easily top three loco moco on Oahu.

Absolutely delicious and HUGE portions! There were a few people in front of us, but we got all our…read morefood within 10 minutes. The mac salad was perfect! This cafe is to-go only, but that just made it the perfect breakfast to sit near the beach and enjoy the morning.

LocoMoco

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Store front

Raised By The Waves

4.3(296 reviews)

3.2 mi

We come here every time we are in Oahu. They have the best vegan food for adults and kids…read more Always feels healthy and tastes good. They also have great smoothies and sandwich's. But we get the spicy poke bowl.

I got the iced Salted Caramel Coffee with oat milk (extra sweet) and it was SO good! Parking can…read moreget a little crazy with the other food vendors in the same area, but there is more parking if you keep driving further back past the coffee shop and bar area. I'd definitely go back and try another coffee.

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Poke nachos

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Front of the coffee shop

Kahuku Farms

4.8(994 reviews)

3.9 mi

Our group of 15 had a great time with Judah. The tour was fun, peaceful and educational. They…read morewent out of their way to get some fresh cocoa. The cooler drink and fruit was so delicious. The loaded garlic bread and farm pizza alone was worth the trip. Acai bowl is also a must. First class service! Definitely going again!

Kahuku Farms is always a must-stop for me when I'm in the area! I got the loaded garlic bread this…read moretime, and it was so good. I've tried quite a few things here over the years, and they never disappoint. I'm patiently waiting for the veggie sandwich to make its way back onto the menu because that one is definitely a favorite! Such a beautiful atmosphere, great food, and the perfect spot for lunch. If you're traveling through the North Shore, definitely add Kahuku Farms to your list, you won't regret it!

Grilled Veggie Panini

Half Papaya with Ice Cream

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Açaí bowl

Tutu's Sweet Shop

4.4(36 reviews)

0.3 mi

Tutus dole whip is really amazing they have pineapple and pineapple and strawberry swirl…read more It was so good I came back twice on a regular cup during my visit in Hawaii. Customer service is excellent because they hooked it up with the li moi on the dole whip which made it really good

Can't leave da PCC without spending some $$ on grindz--gotta at least get you some sweets from…read moreTutu's. Was craving some dole whip this time and what is there to say yall. GASSS. Show the wahine's some love there

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Pineapple Dole Whip

The Country Eatery

4.5(82 reviews)

3.2 mi

Absolutely loved the lattes we ordered. They were sweetened perfectly and the coffee tasted so…read moregood. The staff were sweet and quick to make our drinks. We loved the outdoor area, you could walk around and find a bunch of other food trucks and shops nearby. There's not a lot of seating inside but I will definitely be back!

We came for breakfast today and were very disappointed. The environment was very quaint and had…read morelots of outdoor seating which was nice, but everything else was not great. Latte was fine, but the cold brew was basically coffee-flavored water. We got the chicken and veggie burrito as well. The chicken burrito was fine, but the veggie was 90% corn. The worst part though was the service. The girls were only talking to each other and were very short with all the customers, almost like it was an inconvenience that they had to take orders. We waited almost 25 minutes for 2 food items with only us and one other couple in the store. Only when there was a lull in the conversation one girl walked to the kitchen and grabbed our food and it was clear it had been sitting out for a while. She then just set it down and walked away to talk to the other girls, didn't even ask who had what. Wouldn't recommend.

Front counter

Veggie burrito comes with salsa and slaw

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Courtyard

Angel's Ice Cream

4.3(259 reviews)

0.4 mi

Food is freshly assembled. Frozen berries + poi ice cream…read more You just order and eat it at the veranda. Unique frozen delights. Consuming it is Actually A DELIGHTFUL EXPERIENCE. TOU SHOULD TRY IT.

It's located in a foodland shopping lot and can't be seen off the highway. We wanted to try as many…read moreshaved ice places as we could and Angel's was one we tried. The service was quick once you got inside - which is small - the line outside was about 15 minutes. The shaved ice came in two sizes and they had a few flavors to choose from. The shaved ice was good but I which they would have put more flavor into them. The first few bites were flavorful then by the fourth they were watery because the syrup is thin. No seating inside and only a few tables outside. Angels is good for a quick stop.

While you wait in line they have a menu up in their window for you to view so once you're inside you're ready to order

Veggie smoothie and ube milkeshake

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Mango Smoothie

Kahuku Superette

4.0(327 reviews)

3.0 mi

The poke is really good and fresh here I def recommend if you haven't tried it. This spot is a…read morelocal spot, they can also serve you a plate of rice, and poke for about 15-20 bucks depending on what you get. Service here is fast and reliable. Ambiance is your local grocery store they carry everything make sure you come check them out!

Conveniently located discount store that carries everything we needed. A local favorite…read more We needed a glue to fix an emergency, a local suggested this store. We were so happy they carried the glue and almost anything you could think of.

Outside sign and front entrance

Famous OPAE (shrimp) from Kahuku Superette *1/10/23

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Inside...cold BEER!

Foodland

3.6(88 reviews)

0.4 mi

I haven't had any bad experiences with the poke here from food land it's pretty good I had the Maui…read morewith Shoyu, and Spicy Mayo. The fried chicken skin is always a good snack as well. Service here is fast and reliable I def recommend coming here after swimming, or surfing at the nearby beaches. Ambiance is super nice cleaner than mainland Safeway, Luckys, grocery store vibe.

DISCLAIMER REVIEW FOR POKE ONLY :: I just had the worst…read morepoke bowl I've ever had in my life. I did not go in store to purchase it, someone else brought it home to me. I would've immediately noticed that the fish is NOT worth eating. I'm starving. We are in a flash flood watch. I forced myself to give it a shot, & immediately was filled with regret as I spit it back out. It was disgusting & my "limu poke," wasn't even POKE. It was straight up mush. I'm even second-guessing if it was even ahi. I've never seen poke like that before, how it immediately disintegrated while using my chopsticks to pick it up. Not even the kine that is made to be patty style. I know it's previously frozen, but I have no idea what that was. On top of all of that there was a black hair in my poke. ** As seen in the photo ** My mouth dropped open when I saw the reviews of people raving about how good it is.... then I clicked on their profiles & saw they're all tourist, so of course they like it. As a local, do NOT waste your money. My food went straight in the trash. There's actually no good poke places on this side...even the Tamura's Hau'ula is the worst one on the island. I need to drive all the way to Kaneohe to Kbay Bros to get decent poke smh.

Left to Right: Spicy Mayo Ahi Side + Shoyu Sesame Ahi Poke over Brown Rice

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11-4-24. Exiting Foodland, I couldn't help but notice these huge houses.

Cocoa House at Kahuku Farms

5.0(4 reviews)

3.9 mi

When the sun is out and you're hot.. it's time for the best locally grown acai bowl on…read moreHawaii...Kahuku Farms with extra macadamia crumble and delicious lilikoi butter...nothing is better than that

We all know how perfect Kahuku Farms Cafe is right? Cocoa House is no different. The freshest…read morecoffee you'll have on island paired with the most friendly barista that make for the perfect coffee experience. The landscape that the Cocoa house is situated on will be sure your first sip will be memorable.

Directional posting regarding where to order food and smoothies

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A little information about Açaí posting on property for anyone interested in knowing about it

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