Kono's Northshore Waikiki Absolutely Crushed It While vacationing in Waikiki, I decided to stop by **Kono's Northshore Waikiki** before heading out to Waimanalo Beach, and I'm so glad I did. What I thought would be a quick breakfast stop turned into one of the most memorable meals of my trip. I ordered the **Triple Crown Sandwich**, and wow... this thing absolutely delivered. From the very first bite, it was obvious why Kono's has such a loyal following. The pulled pork was incredibly flavorful, tender, and perfectly seasoned. Every bite had that slow-cooked, melt-in-your-mouth quality that only comes from people who know exactly what they're doing. The flavors were rich without being overwhelming, and everything was balanced beautifully. The bread deserves its own round of applause. Too many sandwich places focus on what's inside and forget that the bread is just as important. Not here. The bread was fresh, soft, sturdy enough to hold everything together, and had the perfect texture to complement the pork. Every element worked together perfectly. The overall vibe of Kono's is exactly what you want while you're in Hawaii. Relaxed, welcoming, unpretentious, and authentic. There's something special about grabbing incredible food, chatting with friendly staff, and knowing you're about to spend the day enjoying one of the most beautiful islands in the world. I picked up my sandwich on the way to **Waimanalo Beach**, and honestly, it was the perfect move. After the drive over, sitting down and enjoying that Triple Crown before heading into the water absolutely hit the spot. It was one of those vacation moments that just feels right. Great food, ocean ahead, sunshine, and nowhere you need to be except the beach. As if the sandwich wasn't enough, I also tried the **breakfast burrito**, and it was every bit as impressive. Calling it "good" honestly doesn't do it justice. It was packed with flavor from start to finish. The pulled pork was phenomenal, and finding those smoky little bits of bacon throughout the burrito elevated it to another level. Every bite had a combination of savory, smoky, hearty goodness that made it nearly impossible to put down. It was filling without feeling heavy, rich without being greasy, and exactly the kind of breakfast you want before a day of exploring Oahu. What impressed me most was that nothing felt mass-produced. Everything tasted fresh, carefully prepared, and made by people who genuinely care about the quality of their food. In a tourist destination where it's easy for restaurants to rely on location alone, Kono's succeeds because the food actually lives up to the reputation. The portions were generous, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the value was excellent, especially considering the quality you're getting. By the time I reached Waimanalo Beach, I was completely fueled up and ready for an amazing day. After a swim in those crystal-clear waters, I found myself still thinking about that sandwich. That's usually the sign of a great meal. Kono's isn't just serving food. They're serving the kind of meal that becomes part of your Hawaii memories. If you're staying in Waikiki, heading to the North Shore, going to the beach, or simply looking for one of the best breakfast or lunch options on Oahu, do yourself a favor and stop at Kono's. The Triple Crown Sandwich is outstanding. The breakfast burrito is phenomenal. The pulled pork is some of the best I've had anywhere. And the entire experience captures the laid-back, flavorful spirit of Hawaii. This wasn't just one of my favorite meals in Waikiki. It was one of my favorite meals of the entire trip. **Mahalo, Kono's. I'll be thinking about that Triple Crown Sandwich long after I leave Hawaii.** read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Triple crown sandwich - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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We did take out for work lunch. Didn't want Kalua Pig cuz just going eat Hawaiian food for my niece's last meal before she leave for college so I didn't wanna Kalua pig myself out yet. Ordered the Club Wrap - Turkey, bacon, salad greens, cheese, tomato, ranch dressing in a tortilla. Got it without ranch. Very surprised on the ratio of everything. Was lettuce with a spooj of everything else. Thought was lots of bacon, but realized part was tomato. Maybe 1 piece of turkey? LIke legit only ate lettuce on the first few bites of 1 half b/c cut at an angle. Luckily I like lettuce...but not really what I expected. Choke chips tho... read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Mainly lettuce in the Club Wrap. - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I ordered Kalua nachos online and it was ready before the pick up time, which was nice. The nachos were good and I love that they packed it with meat so there was enough for each chip and then some. This place is usually busy so I was surprised it wasn't too busy when I arrived. read more

The best breakfast burrito I've ever had!!! We've gone to several locations throughout the island but the one in Waikiki is our favorite as it's walk g distance from our hotel off the beach. It's a little shack looking joint with great service. The girls who work there are fast and friendly. The bomber add avocado is my go to and each bite is perfection. I hate when places don't roll the burrito right so each bite doesn't have everything. That is NOT the case here. Each bite has a bit of the amazing shredded pork, potatoes, egg & avocado! It's truly chefs kiss! I only wish we had this on the mainland read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Bomber burrito - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Friendly service. There's a little outdoor patio to eat with some picnic tables after they hand out your food. Burrito was exactly what you'd think it would be: a meat bomb lol. However, pork was cold. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Chuns Breakfast Bomber - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We were looking for a place to grab dinner in the go, and decided we wanted to stick to Hawaiian food since we were in Hawaii. This place looked kind of cool, and we liked that kalua pork was in the menu. There is no dining room--rather there is a collection of wooden tables under string lights. Being near the International Marketplace, there was quite a bit of bustle (even on a Tuesday night) and it was nice to sit and watch the people go by. We both ordered the pork plate. It came with rice and a salad. Unfortunately, I didn't love it. Kalua pork is usually juicy and succulent. This was dry shredded pork. The sauce was quite good though. I didn't care for the salad dressing, but hubby did. We also ordered a iced Hawaiian coffee, and that was quite good All in all, this place got us fed, but I probably would not go back. Hubby said we might, though. read more

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Super unassuming spot. I've driven by it several times before finally deciding to try it after reading a few things online, and I'm glad I did. Plenty of outdoor seating and a solid variety of food options, but I went with the Haleiwa Bomber breakfast burrito. Honestly, one of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had. No exaggeration. And the kalua pork inside it might be the best I've had - crispy but tender, flavorful, and so addictive. Everything about it just hits that ideal balance of simple, filling, and really well-executed. Service was easygoing, the vibe is relaxed, and it feels like a true local breakfast spot. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Haleiwa bomber - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Konos is a 10/10 in my books! We tried different types of burritos and everything was just so great!! Specially the pork! They also have a selection of sauces which you can also buy a bottle of it. While waiting in line they offered free dole whip as well, they're so nice!!! They have a small outdoor sitting area where we enjoyed our food! They also have a points system where you earn points every time you go so you get freebies! Can't wait to go back! read more

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It's been a while, but I finally made my way back to Kono's Northshore Waikīkī for the Pig on the Grass and it did not disappoint. The pulled pork is smoky, tender, and full of flavor. Paired with fresh greens and topped with their guava BBQ sauce and papaya seed dressing, everything comes together really well. The combination is simple but seriously delicious. Portion size is very generous, especially for Waikīkī, and easily filling. Service was friendly, and seating is in a shared public space right in front of the shop. Overall, still one of my favorites, great food and lots of good memories tied to this spot. ^^, read more

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Phil is the man! His customer service is unmatched, if you're looking for the best breakfast Kono's is the spot. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Chuns Breakfast Bomber - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Shared the avocado BLT and the bbq pork bomber burrito. The avocado BLT was pretty standard. The bbq pork bomber burrito was good. Pork was quite juicy and burrito was overall flavorful and well-balanced. Loved the Maui onion potato chips that came with both of them. They were out of dole whip when I stopped by on a Tuesday morning unfortunately. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Chuns burrito (left), avocado BLT (middle), bbq pork bomber burrito (right) - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I visited Kono's twice during my recent vacation in Waikiki. I first tried the Old School pork sandwich and another day tried the Triple Crown sandwich. Both sandwiches tasted great, but I would pick the Old School as my favorite. Along with the sandwich comes a generous amount of Maui Onion chips. I was very full on both visits. read more

This was so refreshing and a lot for $8ish.. sorry can't recall the whole total... I did get 10% off for being kama'aina read more

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One of the most reasonably priced meals i had on the island. I had a great takeout experience here: Ordering: was able to order online and it was ready earlier than timed. Keiki Mini Burrito Bomber: rice, kalua pork, guava bbq sauce. My kid enjoyed this and from the taste that i got it was really good. The pork is soft and tender. they put just enough sauce so that it does not overpower the burrito. My child loved it and ate it all up. Sunrise Smoothie: OJ, strawberry, banana. This was just ok. its all the ingredients blended with ice. It ended up getting watered down really quickly where you have liquid on the bottom and everything else floating to the top. Not enough strawberry flavor and too sweet. this is a 2 star. i would not get it again. Dole Whip sample: They give out samples. The one i got was SOOO good and thicker and creamier than others i have had. i really wanted to order a whole cup but did not want to wait in line after getting my takeout. read more

Popular for their breakfast burrito bombers but who says you can't have it at night. There was no line at 8pm and Haleiwa burrito was ready in ~10 mins. Grab and go type of place but lots of public outdoor seating It had decent amount of egg and pork filling but felt greasy and was missing some spice or flavor so it definitely needs the side salsa with it. For $17, burrito seemed a little smaller than I expected. They offer samples of the dole whip, which is refreshing little dessert after the burrito! read more

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There queens burrito is filling and hearty perfect for the start of a busy day to keep you fueled. I'd recommend this place and keep coming back again for a quick and tasty breakfast. Unfortunately no pictures because the food was devoured... read more

If you're not a pork eater, skip it. The non-pork options at Kono's are really disappointing. I didn't detect any salt in the admittedly and tantalizingly fluffy scrambled eggs in my pupukea breakfast bomber. The promised potatoes were only in half of the giant burrito, also bland. The oily grilled onions and peppers had no flavor. The salsa added a critical sauce component, but they only gave me half a container of it. My tortilla was limp. There are also plenty of flies and some birds hanging around the place, making it hard to sit down there. The food looked so good from the pictures, but never again. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Pupukea Breakfast Bomber: Eggs, potatoes, grilled onions and peppers - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I wanted to try this breakfast spot after seeing people lining up in the morning, so I finally found the time to stop by. I'd recommend ordering your food and taking it over to International Mall to eat since the seating there is cleaner and shaded. I ordered two burritos: one Waimea burrito and one Kalua burrito. They were essentially the same, with the only difference being that one had bacon and the other did not. The Waimea burrito contained Kalua pork, eggs, potato, and cheese. It was a decent burrito. The tortilla was nicely toasted, and it was wrapped well. There was a good amount of eggs and cheese, scrambled together and placed inside, and you could definitely taste the Kalua pork. The pork was juicy and spread throughout the burrito. My only complaint was that there was barely any potato or large chunks of it in the burrito. The complimentary salsa was also disappointing. I felt like the burrito needed it to tie everything together, but it tasted more like store-bought or premade salsa. I would have preferred a thinner, more flavorful salsa that was easier to scoop onto the burrito. The Kalua burrito was the same as above, but I was impressed that it came with a nice, big slice of bacon, larger than what most spots usually give. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Waimea Bomber - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Stopped by Kona's Northshore in Waikiki, which is more of a casual grab-n-go spot and tried the Chun's Kalua Pork and Bacon Burrito Bomber. The burrito was solid and filling, with a good amount of kalua pork that paired really nicely with the housemade salsa they serve on the side. Wish the kalua pork was a bit more seasoned though, I felt like the burrito really needed the salsa on the side. Everything came together well and made for a satisfying meal otherwise. We also ordered the iced vanilla macadamia coffee, which was refreshing but very light in flavor. I could barely taste the macadamia note and was hoping for a bit more depth there. Service was quick, order was done in around 10 minutes. Overall, a great spot for a hearty bite, would come back solely for the breakfast burritos. read more

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Absolutely delicious. I had the pork sliders on the Hawaiian buns and it was so good. They have fresh made lemonade and lime aids and they were delicious as well read more

Going to keep it short because the place itself is like a small station to order and you mainly take it to go / eat at the nearby tables. But, my sister and I were craving a breakfast burrito after eating poke for brunch many days in a row. They had an extensive menu including milkshakes and sandwiches / wraps. They also gave us free samples of dole whip #win. We got the Chuns Bomber and the option for it be fully loaded (sour cream, jalapeños, and avocado). The Kalua pork and bacon combo was delicious. Pork was definitely tender and had a subtle roasted flavor, but the bacon was more so like tiny bits. One thing I will note is that the burrito isn't super cohesive and I felt like most of the loaded items were at the bottom. Large serving size and perfect for sharing. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came for dole whip and it was delicious for under 10.00. I never tried their food only come for the dole Whip. They have benches now that you can sit read more

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The cutest breakfast stop super quick & easy! Sharable burritos id say, very delicious Thank you for being such a sweet heart Serena! read more

Great little spot for breakfast burritos. There's a few tables outside so it's a quick place to get a bite to eat venture out and enjoy Waikiki. I got the Waimea breakfast burrito, which just has a lot of bacon and they did not disappoint. Cooked fresh and was absolutely delicious. The person taking our order was friendly and didn't have to wait too long to get my order. read more

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I love breakfast burritos and their kalua pork was SO YUMMY! I fully enjoyed it! We got it for breakfast on our last day in Waikiki! They also gave free samples of dole whip! The sauce they gave went very well with the breakfast burritos. I never had pork burritos before but I thought I'd try it as it was recommended on TikTok and it absolutely did not disappoint! there was a small bench area nearby and a very short wait time when we went! The vibes from the service and shop was great overall! read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Free sample of dole whip! - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Cheap Kalua pork and fair prices for more than fair portions. Admittedly, I had higher expectations of Kalua pork, but I heard of the good deals at Kono's and had a free meal, so why not? It was pretty average, I'd say. The pork itself was tender but dry, and the rice and salad were pretty for a plated picture, perhaps, but the pork quesadilla pleasantly positioned down the menu pushed this place up, from my perspective. (Okay, I'll stop.) More than fair portions for the quesadilla. Would recommend. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Big Pig Quesadilla - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Ordered a pulled pork with rice dish and some lettuce. Cost $17.00. What I received was a bunch of lettuce and some other vegetables. No rice and about 25% of the dish was meat (pork). The menu shows a large picture for each dish and this dish looked to be at least 75% meat. I would not have ordered a dish with less than that much meat. The cost of $17.00 for a dish of 75% vegetables was excessive. read more

This place is right off of the main strip and has some interesting breakfast choices. I had the Queens breakfast burrito which was pretty simple. Some meats, eggs, and other ingredients. The location is really small, just a hut where you go in, order your food the sit outside at one of the nearby tables. You get a chance to see the hustle and bustle of the people in Hawaii. So great for people watching but beware of the little sparrows that roam around. They come from the nearby trees and snag little scraps of food when and where they can, so if you don't care to eat around animals then you might want to take it and go to your hotel. Overall good place check them out. read more

Great place for some burritos! Love that you can just order and take it to enjoy at the beach. We ordered the original burrito and it comes with the pork and rice. It tasted wonderful but I wish it had some kind of salsa/sauce to go with it. Burrito is served with chips as well. Can't go wrong with this place. read more

Phil was the best owner. He really gave five star service. This is the best burrito I ever had. The bomb burrito with avocado!! This was he was way better. This is better than any Los Angeles. Breakfast burrito I've ever had. 10 out of 10 stars if you're visiting if you're local, please come see Phil at konos!!! read more

First time trying their Kailua Pig Nachos. The meat was very soft, tender, and full of flavor. The portion is quite generous. Chips came out crunchy, just the way I like it (I hate it when my nachos come out soggy). Service was quick. Food was made to order, so came out hot. This spot is located right on the strip, so it's not hard to miss. This was not our first time here and won't be our last. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Dole whip with strawberry puree drizzle - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Biscuit and gravy breakfast burrito was exactly that a biscuit in a burrito with gravy and egg, my only wish is that the bacon was crispy instead but it was still so good, I sat in the rain eating it. Perfect portion size as well. Service was so good and friendly. Nice outside seats a little shady umbrella would help keep the benches from being so hot. read more

We got the chun bomber and it's pretty solid! it's not something i would crave again but it's worth trying! The service was good! nothing to complain about. there's no seating on the inside but there's plenty outside of it! :) read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Chuns Bomber - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Very solid burrito. Never thought shredded pork would go well in a burrito but it worked. A little pricey for the size of the burrito but it's a good quick option. Fast service and plenty of seating around the restaurant. read more

Fantastic. Quite frankly one of the best quesadillas I have ever had. Ordered the Big Pig. Perfect combo of kalua pig, guava bbq, and jalapenos... Juicy, messy perfection! If it wasn't for the price (though it is Waikiki) and the slightly grumpy lady, this would be 5-star. Also napkins would have been nice to have when getting a take-out order. read more

Free dole whip to sample OR as of, 9/2025, u can use the Oahu food coupon thingy to get a free dole whip with purchase of plate/sandwich/burrito. This place was convenient since it opened early at 7am and a no brainer pick as I needed to catch a flight later. Staff was friendly and food was quick. I got the Pigs on Grass and the kaluha pork was good; it wasn't my personal top but went well with all the greens and condiments. The sauces that it came with were good. I'd drizzle all the papaya seed dressing (yellow one) on top of all the greens. The guava bbq sauce was also a necessary add-on to the pork. Protip, can take this food down to Waikiki Beach for a meal near the waters. Just have a towel ready to sit on! read more

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The reviews were good so we decided to make this one of our lunch stops. It's just a little stand across the street from the International Marketplace on Kuhio Ave, which we were a little surprised by. There are a couple of tables but no other real place to sit. Seemed like they were known for the pork, so that's what we ordered! I got the Kalua pig nachos, wife got the pork plate lunch, and the kiddo got the mini pork burrito bomber. All the dishes hit the spot and had good portions! The pork was tender and juicy! I came back the next morning wanting one of their breakfast burritos but they had a 25 minute wait and I didn't have that long so I had to pass... but next time! read more

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I was hungry, it filled me up and it wasn't disgusting. The burrito was under-seasoned and poorly wrapped. It may have lacked quality because they were busy. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - portuguese sausage burrito - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Quick and affordable. Delicious gravy and biscuits. Bacon and eggs were good too. Loved the portion. Definitely something I would share next time. Iced coffee was good too. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Biscuits & Gravy Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wow! Chun's Burrito and Haleiwa Burrito were awesome! The 12-hour slow cooked Khalua pork was tender and delicious. I appreciate how the food is prepared when you order. Friendly service and in a great location in Waikiki. As for ambiance, there is a few outdoor seating areas, but it can get busy so you might have to take your order to-go. read more

Kono's Northshore - Waikiki - Hawaiian Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii