My perfect day? It's summer. The waves are flat, the water is clear and I'm layering Da Seafood Cartel's blue crab tobiko spread and ceviche on top of a tostada. Do yourself a favor and stop by Da Seafood Cartel in Haleiwa before making your way to the beach. There's a small parking lot in the back (be careful entering and exiting, there's only one way in and out). They have a smaller menu here compared to their Aiea location. Focusing more on their ceviche and fresh fish poke bowls. If you're in a rush, the ceviche and blue crab spread comes out super quick. There are tables to enjoy your food there but 10/10 recommend taking it to the beach. read more

Tourist trap. I went there to order crab dip to-go and I assumed it came with tostadas to dip, but she said only if you dine in. Tostadas chips are $5 extra and the dip is already $15... I walked out. read more

This place came highly recommended. There are multiple locations. Sour: I was very excited to try this place. All over IG people were raving about it. I thought it was good but I wouldn't say I need to come back multiple times throughout my vacation. The most recommended meal which was the shrimp ceviche was my least favorite. Sweet: The blue crab dip was very good. Not my favorite by itself but with the other ceviches it elevates the flavor. My favorite was the ahi tuna. We also ordered the shrimp aguachile. Both had the most flavor. Everything was fresh. Overall the place was good I would go back to try other options but only if I'm nearby. read more

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The ceviche was good. I can't say it was the best I've ever had since I'm Mexican but it was good for Hawaii. I think it was the flavor combos for me that felt kinda off. The seafood was fresh though! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Ceviche La Basta - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

We were met by Spanish-speaking staff, which is always a pleasant surprise on Oahu. The ceviche was our main target, but we were suggested to try the blue crab tobiko spread, which was an excellent suggestion made by our cashier. The ceviche, fried tortillas, and crab spread were really tasty, refreshing, and satisfying. The crab spread was creamy and added an extra oomph to the ceviche. We also all got horchatas, something I had missed while being away from LA. My group sat outside, which was really sunny and gave serious beach town vibes. read more

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Fresh Ceviche and great balance. Service was fast and ample parking everywhere when I went Local food truck setting Will go back again! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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Stopped by around 5pm and the place was empty. Greeted by a nice friendly gentleman at the cashier. The vibe was definitely cool, open air comfortble place with seating outside. I ordered a Cabo and steak taco to go. Shortly my ordered arrived neatly packed along with napkin and plastic utensils. I opened the first box and was amazed how the Cabo taco looked. Packed with beef, shrimp avocado and salsa along with a container of sauce. The first bite was heaven! The tortillas was cooked perfectly and held the topping intact allowing a big scrumptious bite. Next was the 2 steak taco stuffed with beef, cheese, tomato with a lime wedge. It was spectacular. I'm from CA and know good Mexican food. This place is the bomb. Will try the ceviche next! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Cabo - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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I was blown away by his good this spot it! The seafood was fresh and bright and we just knew it was going to be good. We started with the crab ceviche with tostadas and every bite was delicious. The poke nachos were huge with a generous portion of poke. The spicy mayo was the perfect amount to balance out all the flavors. I wish it was closer to downtown so j could get it all the time!! Everything was 10/10 and I can't wait to to go back read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Ceviche & poke nachos - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Heard about this place all over instagram so I had to give it a try. Tried their blue crab tobiko spread and ceviche. It was unique but it wasn't explosive with flavor. Not something I would tell people back home about. read more

Sooooo yummy! Very good portions and sizes for all the shrimp we got. Lots of tostadas, you can get extras if you need more. Get the blue crab dip too, that was exquisite! Small interior but has seating. Staff is nice. read more

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We have been craving Ceviche ever since he got to Hawaii and heard about Da Seafood Cartel from lots of people. We saw it as we were driving by and decided to stop in and check them out. We preferred from the delightful lady at the counter and she answered all our questions. The shop is small but there are tables inside and outside. Thankfully there is also good parking available out back. The flavors were great and the sauce really enhanced the Ceviche. Everything was fresh, light, and flavorful. Super stop if you are hungry for something other than Poke. :) read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Ceviche Tostada to Go - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Cool spot to grab some refreshing bites. I got the blue crab dip and camaron ceviche (shrimp). It's a small spot so more of a grab and go place. The ceviche was okay I wish there was more lime flavor, but it was a generous portion and enough to feed 3. The blue crab dip was also tasty paired with the crispy tortilla chips. read more

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I absolutely loved eating at Da Seafood Cartel. It was highly recommended to stop by while I was passing through Haleiwa on Oahu, and it was so worth it , especially since I love ceviche so much. The staff was very friendly and welcomed me as soon as I walked in. I already knew what I wanted to order because my SIL told me it was a must see. I tried the ceviche with the blue crab dip. Everything was incredibly fresh and packed with great flavor. This place is highly rated and, in my opinion, the best spot on the island for ceviche. It may be small, but it's definitely worth the drive. The staff is always willing to help you find exactly what you're craving. read more

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I tried their famous blue crab spread with ceviche tostada and it was amazing. I loved it so much. I'm really happy I got to try them at the farmers market so I didn't have to make the drive all the way to their actual location lol. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Blue crab spread with ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

The food was not only amazing, but the service was one of a kind! You feel so welcomed from the moment you enter the establishment. The space is small but special! Ceviche + blue crab combo was unlike anything i've ever eaten but I would go back just for this!! Highly recommend! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - ceviche, blue crab dip, tostadas - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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Ah! If you want a good tostada, order the Tostada Atun (ahi) Fresh tostada served with fresh ahi, citrus sesame sauce , youll be licking your fingers get those extra homemade tostadas ! The O. G tostada was too watery, it overrides the taste of the blue crab spread , when there's shrimp ceviche on top! Well chopped ingredients & peeled cucumbers could help. My opinion Support your local cevicheria! Cute, open air ambiance read more

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Sorry I thought I took a picture of my food but I didn't. I did just get my usual that I order from the Aiea location. Yesterday was the first day I went to the Haleiwa location. There is parking right in front of the store if you're just picking up but I believe they have parking in the back as well. There isn't a lot of seating available so if you do plan to dine in, get there early! The workers were so nice and food was quick as well. I ordered the 32oz ceviche and blue crab tobiko spread, delicious as always! read more

Another top notch visit today! The seafood here always tastes amazing. The ceviche really is delicious and reminds me of what my grandma used to make in a fridge drawer growing up. Service is fast and friendly! Bring your own beer & have them make you a michelada! $15 with ceviche or $7 without. read more

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This must be the place - considering there are 2 locations and both are close to 5 stars. We hit the North Shore location just in time for lunch. I wasn't quite sure what to expect when we walked into the small shop- ok most *local* eateries have been small. They call it Sonoran Style, I'd say it's more Sonoran take on Hawaiian foods. Order at the counter and a short wait. Poke Bowl for me and Orale Poke Nachos for the Mrs. They were both loaded with the seafood mix. Excellent taste and a lot of food. Price was a reasonable for what we got. These guys are legit @ definitely worth the stop read more

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If you are from CA and had real ceviche you will be disappointed in this place. I guess it's a wannabe ceviche place and it stays open because it's in the North Shore and most tourists from the US wouldn't know what it should taste like. I mean it was fresh tasting thankfully but no flavor and no spice. They give you so little tostada for the order. Honestly, I think most people come here to mix their beer with the Mexican drink mix they sell. It's byob! Service was blah! Wouldn't return but hubby might. He doesn't like spicy foods! read more

Da Seafood Cartel is a small shack located off the highway, and is super easy to pull over on the side of the road to pick up some amazing food. I ordered two OG tostadas to go and it came with 4 tostadas, the crab spread, and the ceviche. The girl that took my order was kind enough to give me a plate for my order. My boyfriend and I ate it at the beach and omg, my life was changed in that moment (I'm not even being dramatic). The ceviche was so good and fresh, and the crab spread was SOOO GOOD. I could literally just eat it as a dip. I'll definitely be back every time I'm back on the island!! read more

Definitely deserving of the title "Hawaii's best ceviche." The first bite of the shrimp and fish ceviche I ordered blew me away with how fresh and flavorful it was. I also really enjoyed pairing this with their crab spread! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - 16 ounce ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Absolutely amazing Mexican food. Everything is fresh made, and authentic. We had the shrimp, tostada along with fresh fish and shrimp ceviche... everything was absolutely delicious. In addition, they have fresh made-daily homemade Horchata, that is unmatched on anywhere on the Hawaiian islands and rivals most of the Mexican food we've had in California and Mexico. Marcella and her team offer fantastic customer service. She saw we had questions, came out from behind the counter and offered a sample of her ceviche with a smile that sealed the deal for us The location is perfect after a day surfing and ambiance fits right into this North Shore town (Haleiwa). There is ample seating on the front porch and inside with easy parking behind ... so sit down and enjoy a wonderful meal or take some to go... You can't go wrong with this authentic Mexican restaurant oasis on the Hawaiian islands. PS... While we're not locals, we did notice at least half the folks that picked up food on this beautiful Sunday afternoon we're locals... Clearly they know where the best food is just like us out-of-towners. read more

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Place was super small and cozy but they do have seating to eat. Was in the area with a friend and decided to try it. Staff is super friendly, tried their Poke Nachos and it was huge portion, great for sharing and super delicious! Try their Aguachiles! We got the verde, and it was so addicting! It can be spicy but good portion of seafood in and refreshing to eat after. read more

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Looked delicious. Tasted awful. Worst poke bowl I've ever had. The rice was so hard, as if it was a day old and not cooked with enough water. Everything else tasted ok, but since the rice was so hard, I had to eat the toppings by itself, ruining the bowl. (What's a poke bowl without rice???). The lady taking our order seemed like we were an inconvenience as well. The shop itself was very clean though. Maybe today was an off day. Just disappointed that I spent $20+ (with tip) for food that wasn't good. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Poke bowl - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

This was amazing! So good, so fresh. Fresh tostadas that went perfectly with the shrimp ceviche. It was so hard not to buy everything on the menu. Service was helpful, and told us we couldn't go wrong with the classic. The vibe was pretty chill for a Sunday afternoon, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I can't wait for this to be an island staple for my family. read more

If you're in Hawaii and love seafood, Da Seafood Cartel is an absolute must. The quality is unreal -- everything tastes incredibly fresh, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with a lot of care. You can tell they really respect the ingredients. The flavors are bold without overpowering the natural sweetness of the seafood. Great indoor and outdoor dining, We've been back 3 times! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

The food is good I will definitely come back to this location. I ordered the Tostada de Guacamole which had Cooked shrimp and octopus served on a bed of fresh guacamole. Topped with purple onion and serrano. I took it go to because we was driving around the island. Only thing I did noticed was the guacamole was a lil salty I don't know what y'all mixing with it but it's a tad bit on the salty side. Overall tho it's good and I would get it again I just can't eat it all in one sitting because of that one problem. read more

Don't sleep on this gem! Sonora style seafood in Haleiwa . The tostada de camarón was delish and the acuchilla verde was full of flavor!! If you want something delish and freshening non alcoholic ask for a tópico chico preparado (similar to michelada) . Must try!! read more

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a hidden gem this is our food before and after 15 minutes service was 100/10-they offered us extra tostada chips, avocado, and chopped seranos an excellent experience and even better cev read more

Da Seafood Cartel - perfectly filled the bellies of our party of 7 - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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Absolutely incredible!! The food is so fresh and the prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality and portions. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - La Torre and Blue Crab Tostada - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Flavor packed menu! Once you eat here you'll be craving it. Service is quick! I usually stop in and order it to take home and I'm never waiting any longer than 10-15 minutes. Food is always fresh! Really need to rave about the Atun Tostado, Toritos, and Ceviche! Portions are extremely generous. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Toritos - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Ceviche was delicious, I'm glad we made it before closing. My family and I really enjoyed it, it was much needed after a day at the beach.

Found this place on TikTok and knew my husband had to try it! I'm currently pregnant and am limited on seafood but the employee was kind to be able to modify for me so I ended up getting Da OG Tostada too - modification : cooked shrimp and no onions for me! 10/10 will be coming back on my next trip. Plus the horchata was so good! read more

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We went to Jenny's shrimp truck and it was so horrible. Lucky for us DSC is right next door to save the day. We ordered Da OG Tostada for $13. I LOVE the creamy sauce and spicy soy sauce that came with it. Their shrimp was really sweet and everything was balanced and perfect flavor and texture. I really appreciated that the girl who bagged up the food for us told us multiple times how to assemble the tostada. It made it so much better. read more

If you're looking to find really amazing and fresh ceviche near north shore, this is it! I've had plenty of ceviche but this was by far the best I've had. Everything was made to order, super fresh product, cucumbers were so fresh and crispy! The staff service was super friendly, accommodating and gave some of their recommendations as well. Very knowledgeable of their dishes. We got merascada two options. We chose the aguachile verde and ceviche Ambiance was very chill, the establishment is relatively small, and we went around 5pm so no one was in the restaurant. We came in with a group of 10 and there was still room for another group of 10. There also was the patio if you didn't want to sit inside. Very clean, and lively. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Two option Ceviche and aguachile - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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Got the tostada de atún and ceviche and both were some of the Best tostadas I've ever had, so fresh and flavorful. The portions were huge as well as well! read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Tostada de atún - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Soft opening. I work about a mile away so it's a quick drive for lunch. Parking is limited. If you don't mind the walk and you're not from here I'd recommend parking across the street from the post office and taking the walk and visiting all the little shops. Second trip since they've opened. I got my boss the ceviche and she enjoyed it so much. For myself I got the aguachiles verdes. If you can't handle spicy these aren't for you or like my brothers say "the spice isn't for the weak" the girls working are so friendly so that's a big win to me. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - Aguachile Verde - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

Da Seafood Cartel has made its way to the North Shore (woohoo)! Located in the beginning of Haleiwa right after Jenny's Shrimp in the former Poke for the people spot with lots of parking in the back. If your not already familiar with DSC from there other location in Aiea or there pop ups at the local farmers market then let me tell you...hand down they have the best ceviche on this island! It's so well balanced and the taste of the fresh seafood it just can't be beat! This cute eatery has a small inside seating area perfectly set up to do some people watching while you enjoy your meal and the service is great. Oh and the best part it's BYOB!!! Can't wait to come back and have some fish tacos. read more

Da Seafood Cartel - OG Tostada - Seafood Near Me - Haleiwa, Hawaii

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BEST MEXICAN SEAFOOD ON ISLAND! Being from San Diego, my standards are unforgivingly high. This place was a slice of home, not only was it good for the island, it's good period! The service was friendly , the restaurant was clean and they have real sugar cokes! I'm a happy camper. read more

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