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They are located INSIDE the Kawaihae Marketplace on the western side of the street. We tried their two choice bowl with shoyu and wasabi pistachio and edamame with brown rice. The tuna was fresh, and I loved both flavors. The shoyu made the fish more silken in texture, which I liked, but I also liked the subtle wasabi flavor of the wasabi pistachio, which was more unique. Note: the wasabi pistachio is not spicy at all. They also sell fresh fish, and we bought some kanpachi (about $25/lb) to eat sashimi style, and it was amazing! So fresh, and great firm texture. I will be going back for more!
This is my favorite poke on the island. Specifically the wasabi pistachio ahi, but they are all amazing so far! Also enjoy the char siu buns when available. Super friendly people, excellent quality, and very fairly priced!
After arriving on the Big Island we were looking for Poke. The reviews of Hale l'a Da Fish House encouraged us to find them. It's location is a bit obscure, but the Poke is excellent. I loved the texture of the seaweed salad contrast to the buttery Poke. While the environs are not attractive and seating is a bar-like area against the window, you should find it and have a taste. 121
Best fresh ahi of our trip. We turned it into poke back at our condo so our celiac family could enjoy a safe meal made in a controlled environment!
I think I've found one of my favorite poke spot on the west side of the big island. They moved from their original small shack to a big, spacious location in the marketplace right across the street that has ample parking. They have a great selection of different flavors of poke to choose from. However, our favorites were the spicy kimchi poke and the spicy mayo poke! The shoyu was a bit too salty for us but I still enjoyed it; have a gallon of water handy though! They're also a little market as well, so you have tons of drinks to choose from their fridges! The fish tasted as fresh as can be, they were well sauced up, and even the sides were solid! Plenty of locals were coming in and out while we were eating there and I now know why! They try to crunch out your orders as fast as possible, but do it with utmost care to ensure your bowls come out as perfect as possible. Be warned that although there is counter seating near the entrance, it is very scarce. I can't forget to mention how nice everyone was there as well! They gave us great recommendations and were patient as we debated on what to get.
Don't hesitate - just go. Get the poke. Get the fresh-caught fish. Get a plate lunch. You can't go wrong. I got the 1 poke bowl with wasabi pistachio poke, brown rice with furikake and seaweed salad. Sooooo delicious. And fresh. I sat outside on the bench and scarfed it up so fast... I also bought a piece of ono that we used to make fish and chips at home and hubby says we can never ever use anything else from now on. Cuz it was that good. The people who work there are very friendly and very helpful. When in the area, I'll come back again and again.
I had the kimchi Karo, wasabi pistachio, kimchi and rice. All was delicious, the wasabi pistachio was the standout. Small hole in the wall gas station we took our poke to go and found a bench near by.
Hale I'a Da Fish House is the REAL DEAL for the freshest and expertly prepared ahi poke as well as other filleted fish varieties. I love poke, but until now have kept searching for that all elusive place to call "the best I've ever had". While you can certainly get more of a poke variety in terms of other fish like salmon from the grocery stores, Hale I'a offers some shellfish like kimchee shrimp, kimchee tako, smoked scallops and abalone; for fish poke, only ahi is offered but they do the fish poke well. Very well. They offer four sauce varieties mixed with the ahi -- Shoyu, Spicy, Sunrise (sriracha and mayonnaise) and Wasabi Pistachio. For my some 50 minute drive from Kailua-Kona, I preferred something out of the ordinary, so I opted for the two choice bowl ($20.99) with Sunrise and Wasabi Pistachio, choice of rice (white or brown), and Taegu as my "side" (from options seaweed salad, pickled garlic, kimchee crab, crab mayo, and cucumber salad). Because sauce options were limited to just four, thanks to other Yelpers I carefully chose the two flavors which seemed most popular to them. The Sunrise mix was the perfect combination of spicy and sweet. The Wasabi and Pistachio really elevated the flavor and freshness of the fish. The fish itself is incredibly fresh, cut and prepared well so that the fish literally melted in my mouth. A huge turnoff when eating poke is encountering "stringiness" and having a few tougher pieces essentially rendered inedible. No such encounter here. Every bite was ecstatically savored. The fish poke can be purchased alone without sides or a bowl combination at $20.99/lb. Sides can be purchased for $15.99/lb. A few logistics/tips: 1. They Sell Out: I called to order ahead. The phone number for them on most websites is the one from their former location across the street of their current location. Their current phone number is (808)731-4886. 2. Hours are noted as 9am-5pm daily except Sunday, so don't miss out! It's best to call ahead and order to secure your food to avoid disappointment. Lines can get long, and your favorite sauce and/or sides can sell out before end of day. However, if you're the type of person to "chance 'em", you may actually luck out a bit if you go close to closing, and get some extra poke if it looks like they won't sell out. 3. Location: They're located now in the Kawaihae Marketplace which is across the street where they were located previously. My Google Map app got me lost when I entered the "Kawaihae Marketplace", however. Hale I'a is located next to the Ohana Fuels in Kawaihae in the Kawaihae Marketplace so you may want to consider entering that destination instead, knowing the Marketplace and Hale I'a are next door! I took my cherished bowl of perfect poke and thoroughly enjoyed it in a spa garden overlooking the beach. It was so wondrous.
When in Hawaii one must eat poke at least once a day right? Our travels brought us over to the little harbor area here and while waiting I walked over to check out the market. Tip:. When traveling, always check out the local grocery stores. There are usually more locally made products in the shop. Well, we didn't have time in the AM to get the poke so I sent hubby back and he scored the shoyu poke, ocean salad and the top selling spicy poke which is not really spicy. It's my favorite because of the creaminess. We have to go back because I'm also a Mac salad person. Lots of goodies in here including hot food, bento boxes, Tropical Dreams ice cream and other desserts. Give them a try!
I've had poke everyday the last three days, and Hale I'a Da Fish House has been the best so far. Both poke and rice were perfectly prepared. *Disclaimer: there was a power outage on this part of island upon arrival, so poke selection was limited* Interior: Takeout style Poke: I tried the shoyu and spicy ahi. Surprisingly, I liked the spicy better since it was uniquely sweet and spicy. It had a nice zing to it. However both were great. They have scallops and octopus too. Rice: I prefer brown to white rice and it was cooked perfectly here despite a power outage. Price: Around $12/meal. It comes with your choice of poke and your choice of rice topped with furikake. I highly recommend Hale I'a Da Fish House, and routing to a local beach to eat it.
Food is very pleasant! The garlic scallops were huge. I never had scallops in poke before, so this was a pleasant welcome to that. The sunrise poke was also top notch. The seaweed salad was solid. I would say the rice was a bit on the dryer side, but the sauces of the fish balanced it out. The shop is inside the market, a little tucked away. Mahalo! read more
Amazing, fresh poke! There'll be a line and it may take time (service can be slow) but it's worth it. What they have depends on what they catch that day. They also have spam musubi and other local Hawaiian snacks and foods. For poke--you can get lettuce or rice, and they often have a variety of tunas, salmon, tako, and accoutrements like seaweed salad! read more
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2 months ago
They are located INSIDE the Kawaihae Marketplace on the western side of the street. We tried their two choice bowl with shoyu and wasabi pistachio and edamame with brown rice. The tuna was fresh, and I loved both flavors. The shoyu made the fish more silken in texture, which I liked, but I also liked the subtle wasabi flavor of the wasabi pistachio, which was more unique. Note: the wasabi pistachio is not spicy at all. They also sell fresh fish, and we bought some kanpachi (about $25/lb) to eat sashimi style, and it was amazing! So fresh, and great firm texture. I will be going back for more! read more
This is my favorite poke on the island. Specifically the wasabi pistachio ahi, but they are all amazing so far! Also enjoy the char siu buns when available. Super friendly people, excellent quality, and very fairly priced! read more
After arriving on the Big Island we were looking for Poke. The reviews of Hale l'a Da Fish House encouraged us to find them. It's location is a bit obscure, but the Poke is excellent. I loved the texture of the seaweed salad contrast to the buttery Poke. While the environs are not attractive and seating is a bar-like area against the window, you should find it and have a taste. 121 read more
10 months ago
Best fresh ahi of our trip. We turned it into poke back at our condo so our celiac family could enjoy a safe meal made in a controlled environment! read more
1 year ago
I think I've found one of my favorite poke spot on the west side of the big island. They moved from their original small shack to a big, spacious location in the marketplace right across the street that has ample parking. They have a great selection of different flavors of poke to choose from. However, our favorites were the spicy kimchi poke and the spicy mayo poke! The shoyu was a bit too salty for us but I still enjoyed it; have a gallon of water handy though! They're also a little market as well, so you have tons of drinks to choose from their fridges! The fish tasted as fresh as can be, they were well sauced up, and even the sides were solid! Plenty of locals were coming in and out while we were eating there and I now know why! They try to crunch out your orders as fast as possible, but do it with utmost care to ensure your bowls come out as perfect as possible. Be warned that although there is counter seating near the entrance, it is very scarce. I can't forget to mention how nice everyone was there as well! They gave us great recommendations and were patient as we debated on what to get. read more
4 months ago
Don't hesitate - just go. Get the poke. Get the fresh-caught fish. Get a plate lunch. You can't go wrong. I got the 1 poke bowl with wasabi pistachio poke, brown rice with furikake and seaweed salad. Sooooo delicious. And fresh. I sat outside on the bench and scarfed it up so fast... I also bought a piece of ono that we used to make fish and chips at home and hubby says we can never ever use anything else from now on. Cuz it was that good. The people who work there are very friendly and very helpful. When in the area, I'll come back again and again. read more
1 year ago
I had the kimchi Karo, wasabi pistachio, kimchi and rice. All was delicious, the wasabi pistachio was the standout. Small hole in the wall gas station we took our poke to go and found a bench near by. read more
1 year ago
Hale I'a Da Fish House is the REAL DEAL for the freshest and expertly prepared ahi poke as well as other filleted fish varieties. I love poke, but until now have kept searching for that all elusive place to call "the best I've ever had". While you can certainly get more of a poke variety in terms of other fish like salmon from the grocery stores, Hale I'a offers some shellfish like kimchee shrimp, kimchee tako, smoked scallops and abalone; for fish poke, only ahi is offered but they do the fish poke well. Very well. They offer four sauce varieties mixed with the ahi -- Shoyu, Spicy, Sunrise (sriracha and mayonnaise) and Wasabi Pistachio. For my some 50 minute drive from Kailua-Kona, I preferred something out of the ordinary, so I opted for the two choice bowl ($20.99) with Sunrise and Wasabi Pistachio, choice of rice (white or brown), and Taegu as my "side" (from options seaweed salad, pickled garlic, kimchee crab, crab mayo, and cucumber salad). Because sauce options were limited to just four, thanks to other Yelpers I carefully chose the two flavors which seemed most popular to them. The Sunrise mix was the perfect combination of spicy and sweet. The Wasabi and Pistachio really elevated the flavor and freshness of the fish. The fish itself is incredibly fresh, cut and prepared well so that the fish literally melted in my mouth. A huge turnoff when eating poke is encountering "stringiness" and having a few tougher pieces essentially rendered inedible. No such encounter here. Every bite was ecstatically savored. The fish poke can be purchased alone without sides or a bowl combination at $20.99/lb. Sides can be purchased for $15.99/lb. A few logistics/tips: 1. They Sell Out: I called to order ahead. The phone number for them on most websites is the one from their former location across the street of their current location. Their current phone number is (808)731-4886. 2. Hours are noted as 9am-5pm daily except Sunday, so don't miss out! It's best to call ahead and order to secure your food to avoid disappointment. Lines can get long, and your favorite sauce and/or sides can sell out before end of day. However, if you're the type of person to "chance 'em", you may actually luck out a bit if you go close to closing, and get some extra poke if it looks like they won't sell out. 3. Location: They're located now in the Kawaihae Marketplace which is across the street where they were located previously. My Google Map app got me lost when I entered the "Kawaihae Marketplace", however. Hale I'a is located next to the Ohana Fuels in Kawaihae in the Kawaihae Marketplace so you may want to consider entering that destination instead, knowing the Marketplace and Hale I'a are next door! I took my cherished bowl of perfect poke and thoroughly enjoyed it in a spa garden overlooking the beach. It was so wondrous. read more
4 years ago
When in Hawaii one must eat poke at least once a day right? Our travels brought us over to the little harbor area here and while waiting I walked over to check out the market. Tip:. When traveling, always check out the local grocery stores. There are usually more locally made products in the shop. Well, we didn't have time in the AM to get the poke so I sent hubby back and he scored the shoyu poke, ocean salad and the top selling spicy poke which is not really spicy. It's my favorite because of the creaminess. We have to go back because I'm also a Mac salad person. Lots of goodies in here including hot food, bento boxes, Tropical Dreams ice cream and other desserts. Give them a try! read more
1 year ago
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I've had poke everyday the last three days, and Hale I'a Da Fish House has been the best so far. Both poke and rice were perfectly prepared. *Disclaimer: there was a power outage on this part of island upon arrival, so poke selection was limited* Interior: Takeout style Poke: I tried the shoyu and spicy ahi. Surprisingly, I liked the spicy better since it was uniquely sweet and spicy. It had a nice zing to it. However both were great. They have scallops and octopus too. Rice: I prefer brown to white rice and it was cooked perfectly here despite a power outage. Price: Around $12/meal. It comes with your choice of poke and your choice of rice topped with furikake. I highly recommend Hale I'a Da Fish House, and routing to a local beach to eat it. read more
This is one of my top poke spots on the Big Island! It's a bit difficult to find since it's moved locations from its own storefront to inside a convenience store. You can order the food at the counter stand in the Kawaihae Marketplace. We ordered the two choice poke bowl with a 1/2 pound of extra poke - shoyu, sunrise, kimchee tako, and cucumber salad. The ahi was super tender and the flavors were bold. It was the perfect ratio of sauce to fish. It cost about $30 for everything. There aren't any seats but there's benches outside, bar counter to stand and eat at, or the dock to sit at down the street. Definitely a tasty meal! read more
4 years ago
Located in a convenience type store in a strip mall. My shoyu poke was pretty good, I did have a bone in mine though. The kimchee krab was too thick, dense and I didn't enjoy such a big bite of imitation crab. My husbands sunrise poke was good. The cooked ono on it was pretty good too. Seaweed salad was the same one that you'd find nearly anywhere. The rice with furikake was good. read more
3 years ago
If I want some bomb poke, this is the place! The portions are huge and the quality is top notch. From all the poke we've had at the Big Island this is my most fave!!!my husband and I were able to share 2 different poke, so good!! Our favorite was the Shoyu. This is a quick little grab and go spot and have other things you purchase as your little one stop shop. They were fairly busy around 11 so definitely come early before they sell out! read more
9 months ago
The address listed here and on google maps is wrong. They have moved across the street to the Kawaihae Market. I didn't get to try the poke because I was too full, but the assortment and quality looked good. Workers were also very nice. read more
My mom moved to Big Island almost a decade ago, and we have come by this place a couple of times. I didn't realize what a gem this spot was! My mom always said, don't get your hopes up since we are coming by later in the day, they might have sold out of a lot of items. Their poke is so fresh here! I cannot remember all that I have tried from here, I remember one having pistachio and it being good! All the poke I have gotten from here has always been delicious. My mom complains that sometimes it is too salty for her. I think it's fine. And right across the street from here, there is a delicious shaved ice spot. Love stopping by here when I am in town! read more
5 years ago
Had to go this restaurant after reading the reviews. AND THE POKE was AMAZING!!!! This is a small establishment- there is a 2 customer limit at a time. The service was terrific. I order the Sunrise Poke, Kimchi Crab and brown rice. It was sooo good!!! read more
2 years ago
Great poke with nice variety of options. Its better to take it to go and sit on a beach and joy. Service was good. read more
1 year ago
Best, freshest poke I've had here. This is a fish market, so they know their seafood. The fish is buttery soft and tastes so fresh! At $16.99/lb, the price is decent too. We tried a quarter pound each of sunrise, wasabi, and shoyu, and all were delicious. Sunrise (creamy base) was my favorite, followed by wasabi, which is creamy with some pistachios for crunch and just a hint of wasabi flavor. Classic shoyu was also great. We weren't able to finish everything and had some more after it was refrigerated for several hours and it stayed just as good, if not better! Highly recommend stopping by. read more
1 year ago
Great, local poke at a fair price. The sunshine and shoyu were incredible and I grabbed the seaweed salad as my side. 18ish bucks but was large enough I enjoyed for lunch and dinner that day. Little set up within the kawaihae marketplace. Can also grab wine to go :) read more
For a being just a market the poke here is delicious. I got two of the two poke bowls and it came out to be about $42. It was well worth it and the fish was really fresh. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the selections. My favorite though was the sunrise tuna, it had a creamy spicy flavor. The best side is the simple mayo crab. Easily the best poke I've ever had and will come back again next time I'm back in Hawaii! read more
4 years ago
This poke spot is now located at the Kawaihae Marketplace. Google Map routes to the wrong location so punch in the address on Yelp for the right spot. I ordered a two-item poke bowl and selected the Sunrise Poke and Spicy Poke with Taegu as my side. There are great reviews on the Sunrise Poke so I knew I had to try it. However, it was incredibly salty. I could see all the salt pieces in it. Maybe it was an off day but, between the two, I enjoyed the Spicy Poke more. Taegu was unique to me since it was my first time trying it but I loved it! It was well done and nicely seasoned (a tad salty but not bad with the rice). This shop has solid options but I wouldn't go out of my way to get it. The staff was pretty rude though and had a bit of an attitude when we ordered. We got there around 3:30pm so maybe it was towards the end of their day/shift. read more
6 years ago
I was on a poke mission my last day on the Big Island and tried both Hale I'A Da Fish House and Da Poke Shack for lunch and second lunch. Hale I'A is about 45 minutes up the coast from downtown Kona and Da Poke Shack. If you are staying around the Puako area, I don't think it's necessary to make the drive to the more famous Da Poke Shack, since Hale I'A is nearby. I even slightly preferred the quality of Hale I'A poke that day. The shoyu poke especially was so ridiculously soft and fresh! And I loved the taegu (seasoned dried cod fish) side as well. They also sell fresh fish. Go early for the best selection! They are closed weekends. read more
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613665 Akoni Pule Hwy
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