Absolutely delicious and HUGE portions! There were a few people in front of us, but we got all our food 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. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Fried rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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Hukilau Cafe was recommended to me by one of my coworkers that lived in the area. Unfortunately, at time of posting (12/14/25), it is carryout only. We ordered at the walk-up window and didn't wait long for our food to be made fresh! We both got the fried rice breakfast, which comes with two eggs (however you'd like), as well as protein. I opted for fried spam. My meal was hot, fresh, and delicious. It stayed very hot on the drive back to our hotel, as we sat at a table there. Prices are extremely fair for what you're getting! Great breakfast - we will be back! read more

Hukilau Cafe - Fried rice breakfast with spam - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

We have gone to this cafe twice, once before covid and once in the last week. It is now take out only, but you are about 2-5 minutes from the beach so it's a great spot location-wise--Eat in the car or on the beach. The cashier was very friendly, we loved that there is a convenience store on the backside of their building to grab drinks and spam musubis for those who didn't want the regular breakfast items. Our food came out in about 8 minutes after ordering. Prices are pretty comparable to other diners, maybe slightly pricey only because the food itself was not anything to write home about. Straight forward menu, good amount of options a la carte but would have loved to see more options for their specials. I got french toast and had to order the bacon and eggs separately since there was no combo which made my meal a bit pricey having to get everything separately. Would I come again? Maybe if I were in the area looking for a quick bite, otherwise I don't think I would make the trip through North Shore just for this. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Outside - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

I was on the hunt for Loco Moco before the end of my trip to Hawaii and this cafe was one of the few options along the north shore. Parking was a bit tricky since it's tucked into a neighborhood and doesn't have its own lot, but ordering was easy through a side window since the indoor seating area was closed. The staff were friendly and my mini Loco Moco was ready in about five minutes. Even though I ended up eating it in the car, it definitely hit the spot. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Mini Loco Moco (I forgot to take the photo before digging in!) - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

I really wanted to like this place because of all the great reviews, but honestly, it just didn't hit for me. I got the sausage plate with rice and eggs, and it was pretty underwhelming. The sausage came in four small pieces--probably about 3 to 4 inches long if it hadn't been cut--with just white rice and eggs. Maybe I missed something, but it just wasn't what I was expecting. Also, there's no seating area, which was kind of a bummer. I was hoping for better, but hey, maybe I just ordered the wrong thing! read more

Truly a local gem in Kuhuku! In an unassuming location with all of the flavors that taste of home cooked food. [Location] You'll have to find street parking nearby! Please be considerate of those that live in the neighborhood. I think they usually have inside seating but they're currently under renovation. [Food] I ordered one of the local breakfast options. The fried rice was shoyu-forward. The eggs perfectly cooked. And they give plenty pork links (breakfast type sausage). The food was well-made! The type of food all locals love. Prices are fair! [Service] Every single soul was friendly and kind. The staff seem to know everyone in the neighborhood. Looks like they got plenty of regulars and I can see why. Give this place some love! read more

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This place is great. We made a wrong turn and it led us to this gem! Food was excellent and service great! Good vibe. Any of plate lunches will rock! read more

The food was great here! My husband never had spam before and they had it so he could try it! They had so many good options! read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

The last time I was here was before Covid. They no longer have dine in and do everything take-out. To me the quality has gone down. I order the fried rice with eggs and bacon and the fried rice was just ok. The eggs and bacon with it all for $14+ was a bit overpriced for what you can get in town. You can get a better breakfast and a better deal from the Bald Guy about a mile and half up the highway. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Fried rice with two eggs scrambled and bacon - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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Hukilau Cafe is located in a residential area on the North Shore of Oahu. Good Hawaiian eats for Breakfast & Brunch, as the Cafe hours are from 7am-1130am... As seen in the previous reviews, It's To Go Orders Only! If driving, look for limited neighborhood street parking nearby. You know you're there when you find a line outside, but goes fairly quick. You wait in line, order at the walk up window, pay, & wait for your food... Glad for some shade while waiting for the order to be called. Food was packaged neatly w/ napkins & utensils... It was way too Hot to eat in the car. Luckily our hotel is just 5 minutes away. Portions are huge! Each plate was easily shared with 2 people. My son did not finish his Loco Moco, he definitely had leftovers. Good to know they have a mini option available for the Loco Moco. It was good, while it's still hot. So if you're starving, this is very generous with rice & gravy :) The lady informed us at the beginning, that they ran out of grilled potatoes... We ordered the Hungry Hawaiian. It came with 3 eggs, a choice of 2 meats, a choice of rice or toast & came with pancakes. Pretty basic but filling. Eggs were scrambled, spam & bacon was a good size & salty. We got 2 Hungry Hawaiian plates, which was enough for a couple to share. I also ordered an extra plate of Macadamia Pancakes, Bec why not?! They gave 2 big fluffy pancakes. It was perfect for everyone to have a taste (there was 5 of us). I enjoyed it with the pieces of Macadamia nuts in the pancake... Next time I'll try the Coconut Pancakes. When I'm back to visit in Oahu, I would definitely come back to Hukilau Cafe, order different items & come early before they run out of food. Love the big portions & can't beat the price :D read more

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The food was so yummy. Even the next day. We loved the pancakes blueberry and coconut.

Had to wait about 25 minutes for the food to be ready but it was well worth the wait. The loco moco was unique, the combination of burgers eggs and gravy was actually really good. I would definitely go back. read more

Hukilau Cafe - LocoMoco - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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Delicious locomoco. Close to the beach so you can drive or walk down and eat on the beach. Very friendly staff.

Small but amazing food. Mac nut pancakes, French toast and Teri burger are ono! Super friendly staff that made sure that you had what you need. Go early bc they do sell out of stuff. read more

Take out only but well worth the drive and wait. - banana pancakes are soft and fully - the local fried rice was cooked to perfection - corn beef hash had the perfect crisp exterior and fluffy interior The staff is friendly and parking available all around the building. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

Best Loco Moco, and prices were great! Service was fast and breakfast was fresh. There is no seating available, so we ate at The Point (scenic overlook on the beach). Great meal! read more

Menu Food was so good! I got the supreme omelette three days in a row! We love going here when we come to Hawaii! Order over the phone and you can get your food right when you pull up! read more

Hukilau Cafe - Updated Menu April 2024 - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

This was a fun place with good food at great prices. When we were there, there was only window service available. Street Parking was limited which works for getting your food to go. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Store front - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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Highly recommend this family-owned little biz. They have a killer breakfast hash. So good the Hubs had to come back again. The kid liked his pancakes. At the time of this review, they were renovating the dine-in space and it was only take-out orders. Parking in a residential area. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Killer hash! - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

I wasn't a huge fan of the loco moco at other places, but I tried Hukilau Cafe's and now I'm addicted. it's so good! Hopefully they'll open for sit-down service one day. read more

A hidden gem if you're around Laie! It's nestled in a quiet neighborhood but it's worth a trip if you want a delicious breakfast with fast service read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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Great local eats! Minimal parking from it being tucked away in a residential area and it's take-out only. Food is reasonably priced and fresh! Lines can be long depending on the time of day, but worth it! Their breakfast is delish read more

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YUM! The teriyaki meal was amazing! The spam egg sandwich was delicious also easy to fine and service was excellent

Family owned Hawaiian restaurant in north shore that served good loco moco! Years ago when I came here, as I walked inside the restaurant to place an order to-go, I happened to look around the place and I noticed this man sitting there w someone eating his meal and first impression was like "damn, that guy is hot!". When I got done ordering and walked out the restaurant, my cousin who was waiting for us outside was like, "did u see Kala there?!!!" With her eyes wide open lol I'm like, "who's Kala?!" She was like, "omg it's the famous surfer!!!". I'm like danggg why didn't u warn me? I wish I could've said hi or take a picture w him!!!! Lol I'm like, ya he's cute!!! read more

In June 2021 this place offers take out only, dine-in is closed. They also are cash only. We luckily arrived early, about 8:15, and found some scarce parking. We placed our order at the window and waited about 10 minutes or so for them to call my name. Immediately after the breakfast rush came and parking, already tight, became really difficult. About the food: I had the vegetarian omelette and it was a big portion but needed salt. The potatoes were good but I was so full that I hardly touched them. The wife had banana pancakes and loved the fresh flavor. Again, the portion is generous. The kid had the pancake special (short stack, bacon) and ate most of it. I think two people could reasonably share a pancake stack. Service was friendly and patient. We liked our food but eating in the car is a pain so it will be good when they open the dining room again. read more

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Well my expectation was super high and ordering loco moco tastes terrible. Beef patty has no flavor. Forced myself to eat one of the patty because i paid. Honestly, it is overpriced i would recommend to go to McDonalds. At least McDonald's has soda read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

Loved the excellent customer service, the quality of the food and the value. Will definitely come here again! read more

Hukilau Cafe - Spam, over easy eggs and fried rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

5/3/2023 Just letting you all know this place is OPEN! Just the dining room is still temporarily closed. TAKE OUT ONLY! I notified the order taker that they need to change the status of permanently closed, to open. First time and I got the corned beef hash to go with my Famous Shrimp Truck shrimp. Good'ole fashioned beef hash. Ketchup with hot sauce puts the finishing touch on this bad boy... of course you just gott mix'um up in the rice. Plan on a 15 or so wait. They are hiring for different positions. Just call and ask if interested. Also, hears from someone who lives close, that their teriyaki beef and the katsu are bomb! I'll try that on my next adventure in the country. Okay, time to finish my grindz! read more

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A nice little place around the block in Naalehu the people are very friendly and the food was amazing. I ate there twice and I would go back there and eat there again. I had the hamburger one day and then I had the local moco another day. It was all wonderful. read more

What a great little, hidden gem! Super nice ladies up front. I ordered the hungry Hawaiian. It is a lot of food! Pancakes are delicious, light and airy. My only disappointment was that my over medium eggs continued to cook at the bottom of the pile, thus they became scrambled eggs, no yoke! Haa read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hungry Hawaiian - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

Get the coconut pancakes!!!!! No seating inside. Order at the window and take it to go. We went to a little beach and ate on the sand. Perfect morning activity! read more

Hukilau Cafe - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

Food was amazing! Super friendly, it is a must go to place for everyone! Their pancakes are delicious!

This Review is overdue, hey that rhymes!! It's so over due, it's 10 years in the making. I was in Oahu in 2010 and back in 2020 - how sad is that?? I should be coming here every three years, at the very least. We're drawn here by the Hukilau burger - which has beef teriyaki and an egg on top of it. It's a mighty big burger and we absolutely love it. The loco moco, macaroni and tempura are also very tasty. You get a real local Hawaiian feel when you eat here. Hope to be back for another Hukilau burger or two. Just note- they close at 2:00 pm so get your surfing done early. read more

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Very friendly people! Great quality food! Traveled from California just to taste this place, 10/10

Have had this place bookmarked for years. Was finally able to try this trip out. Food was delicious and service friendly. Take away only. Phoned in our order and was ready when we got there. Better food then Ted's Bakery so if you're on the Northshore give it a try. read more

Hukilau Cafe - 1/2 Order of Loco Moco. Tasty! - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

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The french toast is so good. Super tasty. My souse loved the mac salad as well. It was super heavy on the mayo, but thats the way he likes it. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Franch toast - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

We stopped here for a nice lunch. My wife and I shared a pizza and we were well pleased. The cookies are huge and tasty. Check it out!

Food is da bomb and portions were huge! Best fried rice in the area. Service was friendly and helpful.

Went for lunch today. Great little hole in the wall place for local grinds. First time I went was years ago when they were on the food channel for their loco moco. This time I opted for a Hukilau Burger (deluxe burger with a slice of Teri beef and a fried egg) and a basket of fries. The food was great. The people were wonderful. And the service was quick. I suppose parking could be a hassle cause it's in a neighborhood, but we got one right in front. The prices were insane. That monster of a sandwich was only $6.99! That's nutz. Not like I'm driving past Hauula very often, but I'd definitely stop in again. read more

Hukilau Cafe - Lunch Menu - Hawaiian Near Me - Laie, Hawaii

Great breakfast at a very good price! Get the macadamia nut pancakes ( do they also have coconut in them???). The large stack is enough to feed two easily! The lunch plate is well priced $10-11.5 a lot of food for the money. Note CASH ONLY. This is near BYU so a lot of college kids .... Well mannered and helpful. Around the corner is a small general store to pick up anything else you may want. read more