Great real Hawaiian food! 1st plate: Poi - rice - laulau & chicken long rice 2nd plate Poi- rice- laulau & squid luau Poi donuts - yum. Parking in the back & side of building- a little market - not all Items listed are available so check with the cashier. Food is very good - laulau is the best- I did enjoy the squid lualua. Overall great food read more

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We get our Hawaiian plates here. The Kailua plate and Kaneohe plate. The portions are plentiful and they come with haupia and pineapple and sweet potato. Parking is a breeze and they offer desserts and dips if you go early enough read more

Small hole in the wall store, off of Kaneohe Bay Drive. (Look for the bright pink store) Went in to pick up a cute local t-shirt, kulolo and squid luau. Squid luau was slightly sweet with lots of squid. At least every bite. It also has lots of coconut milk, so color is not a bright green. I liked it, and went back a few days ago for more. *This was my second time getting the kulolo...first time it was good, but this time around, it tasted a bit old and disappointedly sour!! Not sure if there was an expiration date, but you may want to check how long the kulolo was out on the counter. I would have brought it back, but I was already heading back into town. read more

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The laulau was good not great. I tried the kololo shake. It was pretty good. I'd go there just for one of those. In general, it's good food. read more

Thank you for contacting me about my winning giveaway back in November 2024. We selected the Kaneohe plate. Squid luau, kalua pig, pork lau lau, chicken long rice, lomi lomi salmon, poi, sweet potato, haupia and pineapple chunks. Everything was ono! There's parking on the side and back of the store. The building is pink and there's a big sign as you you driving up, says Hawaiian food. Can't miss it! The employees are nice and helpful. Mahalo! read more

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Hawaiian cuisine for dinner in Kaneohe, O'ahu, Hawaii... Located on Kaneohe Bay Drive, He Mea'ono Market took the place of Angie's Market. There's a small free parking lot a little past the building. I just parked along the front of the building... since I was doing takeout... even though there are a few tables and chairs outside if you want to dine there. To exit, just go straight back and turn left around the property (make a big loop) to exit out to the main road. Inside, the place has been really renovated! It's clean, bright, and modern! Service is pleasant and efficient! The nice gal explained that the Kailua plate has less starch (no rice nor poi) than the Kaneohe plate. Sold! Everything tasted good - like how it's supposed to taste! Kalia pig, squid Luau, chicken long rice, and laulau were spot on! The only question I had was: where's the salmon in the lomi salmon? But that's minor. I really liked the way the hot foods were separated from the cold foods... because I don't like warm haupia nor warm pineapple! Thank you! The kulolo (taro dessert that's similar to mochi) caught my attention. I think I should return for that! read more

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Just dropped in for 1st time to see if they sell kalua pig ala carte. Its a YES! Will def be stopping in to grab & go now that I know whats up here. Next time you want Hawaiian food, give this place try! Kalua pig was excellent AND they had chili pepper water!!! Big plus for me. They've been here for a year and it seems people just drive on by. This establishment SHOULD HAVE a line like poi factory in Waiahole!! I don't eat carbs but heard the nachos & sweet treats are delicious. GO FOR IT! read more

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Was excited to try some new Hawaiian food since we were on that side of the island . Walked in and there was no acknowledgment from the two female staff members. They looked at each other and no hi or anything. There was a sign that said no poi and laulau. How is poi in your name and you have no poi. This was 45 mins after they opened mind you. Ended up walking out because I don't want to give a place like this my money. Went to Young's and I'm glad I did. read more

My wife and I have been meaning to stop by this spot, as we frequent the area, often. He Mea'Ono Poi Factory and Hawaiian Food is a quaint, homely establishment. Inside is filled with great snacks and local delicacies like lomi o'io, cuddle fish, haupia and many more. I ordered the Kaneohe plate, which comes with laulau, kalua pig, squid luau, chicken long rice, poi, haupia and lomi salmon and a haupia milkshake. I went late afternoon, so they were already out of haupia and laulau at them time. The staff added extra kalua pig and a slice of cheesecake, which was fine by me. The food was a 10/10 for me: everything was balanced, not too salty with great flavor and texture. My milkshake didn't make the picture, as I downed it on the way home:DELICIOUS. I'd recommend going earlier in the day on the weekend so you can try all of their delicious items. I will definitely be finding my way back to He Mea'ono Market. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Food is KILLAH! We will start with complaints first.... The name confused the heck out of me. It's called He Mea `Ono market .... But my receipt and inside the store it says Pomai Kulolo. But that's the ONLY complaint! If you're wanting some HOMEGROWN, HOMEMADE food, this is the spot! There's air conditioning, and a place to sit and wait for your food. There's a mini parking lot and a little more in the loading zone. Food only took like 5-10 minutes. Portions are very generous. We went three times now! I whacked (ate) a whole Guava Haupia container while waiting for my food (it was bomb!) Customer service 10/10! Super sweet helpful employees. They even have CANDIED SPAM! Go check um! read more

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Today 04/06/2024 is their soft opening after taking over the old Angie's Market here in Kaneohe off Kaneohe Bay Drive. You can't miss the building in their bright purple/green paint like their poi containers. Some got to try their hawaiian food offerings at the open markets. If not here's your chance now Got the 2 choice with squid luau and laulau. Luau was good and how we like it. Not sweet and rich like many other places but still creamy from the coconut milk. Laulau was good for the meat to the luau leave ratio. Little under seasoned but for us it's ok we can add our own chili pepper water and shoyu to taste. Waiting to see what other kind of offerings they'll have in the future. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Menu on soft opening 04/2024 - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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We finally made it at He Mea Ono market today, 6/23/25 and what an amazing experience! The service, food and ambiance all deserve 5+ stars! We ordered the Kaneohe plate, a 2 item combo with kalua pork and chicken long rice, mini nachos and the Haulolo is Dat milk shake! OMG, everything tasted amazing! Authentic Hawaiian food! We went around the island and had Hawaiian food at different places and we all agreed that He Mea had the best laulau. Their laulau was tender, kalua pork was juicy and had that ono smoky flavor, squid luau was also ono with coconuty flavor. The lomi lomi salmon paired perfectly with everything. It is a to go type of restaurant, 2 small tables outside. Inside is small with a couch, cute place. Service was friendly and warm. The star of the show is the Haulolo is Dat shake! We ordered one and after tasting it, we quickly drove back to order another. Must try! They're located in Kaneohe. Definitely worth the drive. read more

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Pro tip - Order the HAULOLO milkshake and thank me later. A small shop located on the side of the road in Kaneohe. The food is delicious, flavorful, and consistent. (5 stars) Reason for 3 stars - Every time we eat here the rice is very dry. Crunchy and not pleasant to eat. I always order the chicken long rice and try to hydrate the rice with the liquid but it doesn't work. Rice is a very important and a staple part of a dish and if the rice is undercooked it takes a 5 stars dish down to 3 stars. read more

If you're looking for an authentic, yummy and fresh local place to eat, this is it!!! Hits every time, so it's somewhere I trust to have an ono fix. It has a mom and pop store vibe, is always clean, and the workers are friendly. They are locally owned and operated. I always go here if I'm on this side of the island or looking for legit luau food when no more parties going on 10/10 Highly Recommend Liked, followed, and subscribed!!! Tell your maddah before she give you lickens for holding out!! read more

I bought container of the He Mea'ono brand poi yesterday. Not being familiar with that brand I looked it up. I saw the were located in Kaneohe, and had a restaurant. Today was in the area so I decided to pick a tub of Squid Luau to eat with my leftover poi. Well I ended up buying Kulolo, and Haupia. The squid luau had nice size pieces of squid. A lot more squid than the better known Hawaiian eateries. It had a good taste and texture. I enjoyed it, but a little more coconut milk would make a five star winner forme.. I didn't get to eat the haupia or the kulolo. I was just to full. Enjoy read more

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Very authentic delicious Hawaiian food, and great service. The food came out fast and both the combination orders we had tasted amazing. Affordable prices and pretty big portions, there is also outside seating if you want to enjoy your meal there. read more

Second time here anf second time i forgot to take photos of the super ono plates of food! this place does NOT disappoint! the Kaneohe plate has everything-rice, poi, lomi salmon, kalua pig, pork laulau, squid luau, long rice, sweet potato, haupia and pineapple! OMG thats a lotta food!! we buy extra side order of the squid luau coz it's that good! Today, we bought their cheesecake dessert and i dont know who makes it but you MUST run, dont walk and get a slice of cheesecake! The mango one is delicious! The coconut caramel...is decadence at its finest! So happy to have found and tried this place! We will be eating Hawaiian food more often!! And the staff are very friendly and kind! For a tiny place they pack in a lot of things too! Snacks and even tshirts! read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Mango cheesecake - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Picked up 8/Kaneohe plates yesterday Excited to share food is ONO!!! Definitely will patronize this locally own business! The kulolo is to die for!!!!!! Yummy read more

Especially love their squid lūʻau--they go the extra mile, tastes like the squid is seasoned & grilled, added to their luscious savory sweet coconut cream lūʻau leaf!!! Amazing assortment of Hawaiian foods. Even tried their takuan, another favorite of mine! Mahina read more

Was looking forward to trying this New Hawaiian Eatery, No phone number posted & they were closed on Monday.what's going on !!! Lost out to Uncle Glenn's ! With the competitive Hawaiian Food Market in Kaneohe, we don't want to lose you! read more

The poi was the most watery poi we've ever had. We later saw that it was cheaper to buy at the supermarket (same brand). The lady that was working there was lounging on the couch when we went in, and made it pretty clear that we were a bother to her. No reason for us to go back. read more

excellent Hawaiian food , more cake out but can eat at cafe tables outside taste home made and have things to buy for taking home rd commend chicken long rice and laulau and squid luau read more

Delicious, this is our go to place for ono Hawaiian food. The portion size .... BOMB!!

Yummy, very worth it,! Will be back My tummy is very happy! The only thing I didn't get my poi donuts that's ok next time, I think we was talking to much about k-dramas read more

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It pains me to rate local businesses negatively because being local, I want to support local. I always pass by this place on my drive to work and finally decided to stop by for lunch. Walked in the door and a lady finally came out after a few minutes (which was fine because I was still deciding on the menu) but I find odd coz you would think she would've came out within a minute upon hearing the door open and close. I finally decided on what to order and instead of poi I wanted all rice instead of half rice and half poi (I didn't say I didn't want lomi salmon, more to this later). She came out with my food soon after and just placed it on the counter. No "thank you for coming or enjoy" and when I said thank you, she didn't say "you're welcome or thank you" she didn't say anything. Not friendly at all. I got to my car and opened the plate and there's no lomi salmon so I go back and of course she takes a few minutes to acknowledge me so I said "excuse me" to get her attention from the back. Another minute passes so I said "hello" then she finally replied "I'll be right there!" She finally came out then I asked her "does the plate not come with lomi salmon" then she said "I thought you didn't want it" and gave me a small container of it, no apologies for the misunderstanding. I took the food to go and ate it at work and the rice is just plain dry like another yelper had mentioned. Either not enough water while cooking OR it's left out open to dry. It needs to remain steamed like in a rice cooker. They should know this. Sadly, I highly doubt I'll be returning nor will I recommend when family and friends ask me for Hawaiian food suggestions. The lady working needs to be friendlier and more attentive to customers AND the rice needs to be cooked soft and steamy, not dry and hard. I would've enjoyed the rest of the food but the rice just ruined it for me. read more

Worth the drive from Waikīkī for the best Hawaiian food. I got the plate that had kalua pork, laulau, chicken long rice, lomi lomi, purple potato, poi, haupia & my favorite & the best squid lau. The ladies were so nice & kind! The place is so clean. They have refrigerated items for grab n go. This is such a hidden gem & I'm so glad I came here. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Poi, lomi lomi, haupia, pineapple, purple potato - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Ordered laulau and squid luau, it was ok I like my laulau with fat in it, this one didn't have any. The squid luau was good not too sweet. Also bought Smoked marlin dip, it was good but kind of salty. The lady working was nice. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Laulau squid luau smoked marlin dip - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

Love love love their poi. They also have 'uala (sweet potato) poi that I've only seen in their factory or at the farmers markets. This was such a awesome deal, I got 5 for $30. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - 5 for $30... - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

Quality Hawaiian food! Can be a little pricey, but they give a lot of food and the taste is on point. Always great customer service and tons of kiuke shirts and gifts to purchase. Parking can get tight when busy, best to call in order and pickup. Overall, best Hawaiian food in Kāne'ōhe! Will keep coming back! read more

Only had the Kailua pork and Lau Lau but very impressed! The pork the best I've ever had. Can't wait to come try some more of this exceptional market. Mahalo! read more

ALWAYS ONO FOOD & AWESOME CUSTOMER SERVICE!! So much ALOHA and willing to help out! Ordered a pan of he'e lū'au, BROKE DA MOUT, again!! Was unsure if they could get a pan of purple sweet potatoes, but I think her name was Rina, and she made it happen!! MAHALO PLENTY as it was for my daughter and friends visiting from the mainland...Keep it up as you all are AMAZING!!! read more

First time I ever walked in and man not at all what I expected. As a local business owner myself, I was so disappointed with the lack of greetings...they even went out if their way to make me feel unwelcome. For a hawaii spot, majorly lacked Aloha. The lady rolled her eyes and didnt even want to answer my question. Said they don't want to serve haupia unless you order food- which i thought was weird. Bad energy, terrible experience...I would have loved to support but prejudice is real. Such a shame read more

I am so thankful for this wonderful business. Mahalo for the excellent food and great prices in my neighborhood. I so appreciate you! When I'm not feeling well poi is the one food that always helps me feel better. He Mea Ono poi ( and eberything else) is so delicious! Mahalo for feeding us. read more

What happened? So disappointing! In November 2024 we got two very ono Hawaii plates for $35.60. Today we got one plate for $26.18 and I thought it must be different owners, the food was so different. The laulau and squid luau were the only things that was decent. There was very very little salmon in the lomilomi tomato, and everything else was meh.... could not eat the small pieces of dried up sweet potato. And the poi.....was so watered down you could drink it! I really wouldn't complain about the price if the food was just as good as before. So sorry to complain but when you're looking forward to what you expect to be ono, and you end up paying more, the quality should be at least as good. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - These are really small pieces and were dry and old looking. - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Very authentic delicious Hawaiian food. The staff are probably the nicest people I've ever met. The poi donuts are so sweet, soft and delicious! You HAVE to try one of those. read more

Auntie greeted me warmly as I walked in the door. I have been here before when they first opened to buy Kulolo. Was good stuff so I came back for more! This time I wanted to get a tub of poi with my Kulolo. Auntie shared that if you bundle you can save. Also, after I paid I noticed the poi doughnuts beside the register. I bought 4 for $10. Would like to go back for lunch very soon! read more

on my way home, i stopped by and picked up a container of poi, a combo plate with kalua pig & squid luau.... well OH MMMM GEEEE I was not disappointed at all! was so 'ono that i finished my whole plate kaikaina and ʻanakē inside was so nice and helpful and they greeted me with a smile,, love that it was nice a cool inside with a menu that's straight forward and not complicated at all no but for real, if you driving that way please make a stop and pick up some 'ono food. oh yeah and i had to stop myself from eating my whole plate so i could take pikcha read more

He Meaʻono Poi - like i said i had to stop myself to take pikcha. - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

Nevermind not being able to wait for a photo before trying the haupia... Super clean space and very welcoming local family staff that were happy to go through the menu and background of the store. Big portions, reasonable prices, DELICIOUS food and supporting local business. Definitely a new addition to the go-to list. read more

He Meaʻono Poi - Kaneohe special. - Hawaiian Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

rude & talking stink about customers the gossip can be heard clearly. no personality no smile like it was a chore to take my order. Chicken lung rice was way overpriced for the small container read more

Really good Hawaiian food. Love the desserts too. I see people just in for their drinks. I gotta try that next time