New taco place right next to The Bike Shop! Definitely a good taco. Got the #1 combo with includes 3 tacos, you can choose asada, chicken or pork we got the asada and chicken and a drink. Meats were well seasoned and you definitely need to get the hot sauce on the side cuz they compete the tacos. They also have grilled onions that you can add to your tacos yourself. Combos were basically all around $20 which I do think is a little pricey. We got there around 9pm and the line wasn't bad but definitely expect around a 30 min wait at least. Will definitely go back to try their quesadilla. There's not tables or anything around but there's a shack that has some space at the parking lot that you can eat at I think. Nothing fancy just good vibes. read more

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Dinner in Honolulu, Hawaii... Kukos Ono Tacos was a real foodie adventure. I tried to go with my baby sister one evening, but the line was super long (down the block) and discouraging. She said that by the time we get to the front of the line, they'll probably run outta food. Since then, I was looking for an opportunity to return. After mass on a Saturday, I borrowed 2 chairs and a small table from my church, and got my Aunty Sue (age 89) to go with me. We were first in line at about 5:45 pm. The business is supposed to open at 6pm. I read reviews about how it takes them maybe 30 minutes to set up. Hmmm... We got a little worried - wondering if they would show up. I checked their Instagram, but no posting about canceling, so we waited patiently along with a super friendly couple that sat on the curb next to our chairs. It turns out that we have a friend (Elizabeth M.) in common! Small world! It's because Cony and Brown are recognizable! Anyway, time passed by quickly because we had some fun discussions about things like: who said that the best people are ones who love food? And other taco spots around Honolulu... And - is Northern California or Southern California better... LOL! Maybe we started to order at 7:30pm? I lost track of time... They were quick once they got there... We watched the UHAUL truck park. Three guys unloaded the grill, table, ingredients, etc. They set up the tablecloths and tent like they've been doing this for awhile. I ordered the #1 Tijuana Taco combo which came with horchata. I wanted one of each, but chicken would take another 10 minutes to cook, so I got two adobada and one birria taco. Yum! I didn't add any extra salsa. The flavors were enough for me with guacamole and chopped onions. I was stuffed! My auntie had fun, too! I set up our table behind my car in the parking lot of Bike Factory. No problem! Thanks for an educational and unique experience! It was fascinating! read more

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Would've rated these 5 stars if they had been ready on time Arrived around 5:40pm on a Sunday since their Instagram says they're open Friday-Sunday 6pm-11pm or sold out. There were a few people already waiting in the Bike Factory parking lot and next to the dirt where they set up, but they were not there yet. At around 6:15pm, people started leaving. I had nothing better to do and I had planned to try these all week so I didn't mind waiting. There were no posts on any of their social media about them being late. I ended up being the only person from the original group that stayed until they showed up at 6:40pm, so I was the first to get served at 7:15pm when they were all ready. The line got pretty long by the time I left and there was someone behind me who said they previously waited 4 hours because of how long the line was. The tacos themselves were good! I got two taco combos to take home for my partner & I, one asada and one adobada. Both were well-seasoned and stuffed with meat & toppings. Definitely grab some hot sauce because it makes everything better. They only had one flavor of agua fresca (hibiscus) which was also good, but I would've loved to try other flavors. If you don't mind waiting a few hours, it's a fun experience to try. Bear in mind there's a 10% tax/fee on credit cards. read more

Kukos Ono Tacos - Asada & adobada tacos taken home - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Kukos is a new street vendor on S King St on Bike Factory parking lot, in business about 1 month ago. Operating on Fridays and weekend nights only, their brightly illuminated tent stands out on otherwise a quiet street with mostly closed daytime businesses. They have chicken, carne asada beef, and adobada (marinated pork) meat options so we ordered 1 of each as part of the #1 Tijuana Taco Combo. Personally, I only tried the beef since my friend ate the other two. As someone coming from SoCal, I wasn't impressed by their tacos but I can see why locals might like it here. I do think paying almost $5 per street tacos was pretty insane. The wait was also over 30 minutes because their grill can't keep up cooking the meats so their workflow left a lot to be desired. Overall, their tacos are good for Hawaii but honestly something I could probably make at home. If you are craving a late night Mexican option, this could be for you. read more

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Location: parking available in the bike factory parking lot Wait: Saturday night arrived at 9:15, tacos in hand at 10:40. Menu: 3 combo items - 3 tacos + agua Fresca $20 - quesadilla + agua Fresca $20 - quesadilla + taco + agua Fresca $23 * Ala carte taco $6 As someone who grew up in Cali, spending weekends in Tijuana this is the closest thing on island I've gotten to home!! Well worth the wait to try this spot! As of right now they only have carne asada & chicken but are working on eventually adding al pastor! New spot, which means long lines & wait so please be patient! You can tell they really love what they do. Johnathon the owner was working the stand tonight and reminded me a lot of the family run stands I grew up going to. They fill these tacos to the max with meat & toppings! We only had the beef tacos but they were excellent!! Horchata was delicious. And, the tacos are DOUBLE TORTILLA like back home! We will be back! read more

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If you're craving legit TJ-style street tacos, Kuko's Tacos is absolutely worth the hype--but come prepared. They're set up right outside the The Bike Factory Honolulu location, and you can either park in their lot or find street parking nearby. Pro tip: get there early. We showed up around 5:50 pm and the line was already building. By the time we got our food, the line was already down the block. The menu is simple: tacos or quesadillas with either chicken or beef (though when we went, it was beef only), plus agua fresca. Today's flavors were dragon fruit and horchata. The tacos are classic SoCal/LA street style--double tortilla, loaded with meat, and topped with cilantro, onion, salsa, and guac. If you want cheese, they melt it directly on the flattop before putting the tortilla on top so you get that crispy cheese crust (highly recommend), though it's an extra charge($3). The tacos themselves? STACKED. No skimping at all--super filling and flavorful. They come with a mild salsa, and there's a self-serve station with lemon and a medium-to-medium-hot spicy salsa. For drinks, the dragon fruit agua fresca was light, refreshing, and just slightly sweet--definitely our favorite. The horchata, unfortunately, wasn't our thing. It was very cinnamon-forward and tasted like it was made from concentrate with a bit of an off aftertaste. A few things to keep in mind: -Everything is served in disposable containers -There's no seating, so expect to eat on the curb or take it to go -It was super windy when we went, which made it a bit cold and probably slowed their setup -They have only been open for a few weeks and are probably still working out some kinks in their flow -Cash or card only They're supposed to be open from 6-11:30 pm (or until sold out), but they arrived around 6:05 pm and needed about 35-40 minutes to fully set up and finish prepping. Even though we were the 4th group in line, we didn't get our food until about 7 pm. That said--still worth the wait. The tacos are incredibly authentic and deliver on flavor and portion. Just bring patience (and maybe a jacket if it's windy). read more

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Tacos were good they just fall apart need two tortillas. Cost is $22 dollars for 3 Tacos and agua de horchata or agua de Jamaica included. read more

Kukos Ono Tacos - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I saw one of the local foodies that always pop up on my fyp come here so I automatically wanted to check this spot out and honestly so glad I did! I came this past Saturday with my man , the wait wasn't too bad when we arrived we got there a little after 9:30-9:40 ish. And got our food a few mins after 10pm. I was honestly just worried they'd run out of certain things by the time we were next up to order but so glad they didn't. We ordered the #1 Tijuana Taco combo (I believe they have Carne Asada,Chicken, or Pork ) as meat options so we got all of them , and because my man wanted me to get to try each one. And we also ordered the #3 Kukos Mix combo which included a Quesadilla (he opted for chicken) and a taco. Both combos come with a drink. We just got a sprite and a pineapple juice, since there wasn't any Horchata or Agua Fresca. The tacos were very flavorful and I enjoyed each bite! It was truly seasoned and cooked to perfection. My top fav was probably the chicken street taco and the pork! I also tried the quesadilla it was yummy as well. They really pack the tacos & quesadilla to the top so you're getting your moneys worth & while they are new in town , it's worth the wait in line! I think the prices are fair to be honest.. even though some may disagree and complain. It's the economy at the end of the day and we're in Hawaii.. you can't expect cheap these days everyone's trying to make it after all. The ambience and setting was cool , everyone there looked happy to serve the crowd! My man being Mexican approved of this spot as well! As he also agreed and thought the tacos & quesadillas were good. He wouldn't really go out of his way to go back but me on the other hand would. Since Hawaii doesn't really have taco spots . And when it comes to mexican food and loving Mexican food just as much as I do , if I like a spot the first time, I decide right then and there if I'll return or not hehe. 10/10 recommend you won't regret it! read more

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Just drove by a few weeks later and the line was 50 people deep at 8:15! Gotta go back and see what they have to offer now. The menu looks like it has expanded. I cannot wait! read more

Kukos Ono Tacos - Opening Night! - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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These guys serve great food but really need to work on setting up on time. Instagram show their hours open at 6pm but each weekend they are setting up later and later. Most recently set up after 7pm. Not sure if they are getting arrogant because they know they will be busy either way. read more

Living in LA, taco trucks are everywhere. I've also tried the tacos El Gordos in Vegas and thought it's probably similar but I was mistaken. Not worth the wait, says open at 6 but didn't finished setting up till 6:25 there were people waiting there at 5! I waited 2 hrs & 15 minutes it was hate at first bite not because I waited that long but because the quality of the meat was like eating a rubber band, it was soggy, the salsa was fresh though. Nothing special. read more

Kukos Ono Tacos - Soggy, not worth it. - Tacos Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The taco guy is very entertaining. All super friendly and OMG!! The tacos are so good!!! But, be ready to wait, it's worth it though! New fave spot read more

This is what I am talking about ! Finally some tacos that are street style and legit! Feeels like back in TJ ! 10/10 recommended! Totally worth the wait ! read more

Yeah it's worth that stupid long line. Super good flavors definitely fresh prepared. Only caution is parking is a bit tough once the bike factory fills up and their neighbors have businesses of their own to run so only street parking after the lot they're in fills. read more

Went on Saturday night about 6:30 pm. Based on the line, thought it was a good sign. Should have left at that point. Not worth it. Waited 3 hours, meat was unseasoned ( was not even carne asada, it was the cheaper diesmillo). Tortillas were soggy and fell apart. Horchata was terrible, could not even drink it. Passion fruit agua Fresca was like drinking slightly flavored water, did not drink that either. read more