Mom and Pop shop in the Waialua shopping center strip. They have fresh local build-your-own plates,…read moreand other goodies to pick from. Friendly aunties always working.

Good small mom and pop store been selling poke for years now. Was craving hot food but wasn't…read moreweekend was wanting some grilled steak but the Chicken Hekka called my name. Only dislike with the chicken is they use whole chicken and cut em up local style so might get some small bone fragments. Other than that the sauce hit the spot for me. Gotta try come back one weekend for the steak plate

Tried out Aji Limo Truck for dinner while in the area. It's neighbours to Seven Brothers…read more - Fried calamari ($12.00 USD) - standard fare - Yuca fries ($10.00 USD) - small portion - Thai poke ($19.00 USD plate) - out of mango. Poke was substandard. Plates aren't worth the extra cost - Ceviche poke ($17.00 USD bowl) - only came with a few chips, red onions and lettuce. Meh - Spicy poke ($17.00 USD bowl) - way too much raw white onion - Hawaiian poke ($19.00 USD plate) - Palo santo poke ($19.00 USD plate/17.00 USD bowl) - best of the pokes we tried - Yakisoba ($17.00 USD) - chicken was dry, noodles were bland Foodland in the adjacent lot has better poke at half the price.

Super good surf and turf, more turf than surf but the flavor was really good all around! ‍read more

Great spot right next to Sharks Cove! I had the spicy poke ball and my fiancée had the burrito bowl…read morewith carnitas. The poke was really fresh. If I were to go back, I'd skip out on the onions. Staff were super friendly. Highly recommend!

My husband and I were really happy we got a chance to check out Pupukea Grill. We first tried to go…read moreon Tuesday, but the food truck wasn't there and they weren't open. I tried calling, but no answer. Luckily, we were nearby and found another good local spot, but we had our mind set on this place. We were leaving on Thursday, so I called ahead to make sure they were open before heading back. Good thing--they were open, and we were able to try some amazing food. It wasn't too busy, but they were already sold out of a few things by noon. We ordered the BBQ chicken quesadillas and a Brazilian lemonade. While waiting for our food, we sat in the covered seating area. It rained off and on, but it eventually stopped, and we stayed dry. Our food took about 15 minutes to be ready, and when it came out, it was super fresh and hot. We enjoyed every bite. It came with black beans and rice, and the Brazilian lemonade was light and super refreshing. Everything was delicious. We would definitely come back again! If you're around, you should check them out.

We found this restaurant by chance this evening and decided to give it a try with our family. When…read morewe arrived, we were told that the restaurant was closing in about 10 minutes, but the staff kindly welcomed us in and gave us the opportunity to order quickly. Although some items on the menu were no longer available, they offered us great alternatives, and we ended up having a wonderful dinner. The service was excellent, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the view was absolutely beautiful. We truly enjoyed our evening here and appreciated the kindness and hospitality of the staff. It was a lovely experience, and we would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Haleiwa Beach House has the bones of a great North Shore meal. Good drinks, strong appetizers, a…read morebeautiful room and a few dishes that really landed. The cocktails were the highlight. The corn was excellent and the ribeye was cooked really well. But the experience had some friction. The host stand felt unnecessarily rigid and disorganized. They would not seat us until the full party was physically standing there, even though the table was ready and the rest of our group was coming from parking. It left everyone awkwardly crowded up front with another party. Service was also slow. Drinks, napkins and basic follow up took too long. We ordered ribeyes and the knives didn't arrive until the steaks had already started cooling, which is a small thing that becomes a big thing when the kitchen actually did its part. The space is nice, but it gets hot and once it got darker the mosquitoes became a real problem. Bring repellent if you are going around sunset. Food wise, it was mixed but mostly good. The drinks were solid, the appetizers were strong and the ribeye was the best thing we ordered. The lobster salad was the weak point, more like boxed mixed greens with overcooked lobster than something worth ordering again. The kids' pizza felt frozen and heavy, but the kids were happy enough. I'd probably come back, but I'd come prepared. Mosquito repellent, patience with the front desk and realistic expectations on service.

They may not be all that alike (or even remotely alike), but Foodland is like my own little…read moreDisneyland. Beyond their similar naming convention, and despite the obvious lack of rides, characters, industry, movies, TV shows, cartoons, size, and so much more, it's because this place is just as magical! And, to be honest, with how much much less it costs to come here, a big part of me (and my wallet) leaves even happier! Compared to some of the other Foodlands I've been to on Oahu, this one might be one of the oldest (the building feels old), but I've been to this location the most. Every time we head up towards the North Shore, it almost always includes a stop here. Sometimes it's just to grab some drinks and/or snacks for the drive, but it's usually to pick up lunch to bring with us to the beach. Either way, whatever I end up buying here always includes their many varieties of poke! Whether you prefer yours with tuna, salmon, or hamachi (or one of their many other seafood choices), spicy or mild, or with a classic sort of shoyu/ponzu sauce or with some mayo mixed in, Foodland's display cases are bound to have at least one or two types that will pique your tastebuds. For me, my usual go-to picks are their Furikake Salmon, Wasabi with Salmon, Limu Ahi, and Hawaiian Style Ahi, but regardless of what I end up getting, each time I've been here, every poke I've had has always been so fresh and delicious! If poke/poke bowls aren't your thing, there's also a solid selection of hot foods to choose from, including hot bowls and musubis, but I can't say I'm familiar with any of them (#teampoke). As for the rest of the market (shockingly, they sell other stuff), their shelves and freezers has all of the staples you could need, as well as some local offerings. Given how the vast majority of things are shipped into Hawaii, prices are obviously higher than what you'd see on the mainland, but I can't say how it compares to other markets on the island, like Safeway, Whole Foods, or H-Mart. Along with their much beloved poke (just like the rides at Disneyland, the poke counter will typically have a line, though it moves significantly faster), the other thing my friends and I tend to leave with is some of Foodland's merch (just like at Disneyland...). More specifically, their musubi, pineapple, and poke tote/grocery bags, whether for ourselves or to bring back as souvenirs. After all, how else are we going to carry all of that poke back to the car? Can't wait to come back the next time I'm on the island!

We followed our friend's recommendation to come to this specific Foodland for their poke. We are…read moreglad we did because the selection was enormous and the fish was very fresh. Overwhelmed by the selections, I asked the counterman which was the most popular. He pointed to the spicy tuna in a creamy orange sauce. We got a bowl of that and a bowl of the sesame soy tuna. We found a shady spot to park our car overlooking the ocean and had an indulgent picnic. All future poke will have to be judged against these.

Stopped by Malama Market and decided to try the ahi poke along with the fried chicken skin…read more Unfortunately, the food was disappointing for me. The ahi poke didn't taste very fresh and the texture of the fish was a bit mushy. The fried chicken skin also tasted old, almost like it had been sitting out for a while rather than freshly made. On the positive side, the cashiers were very nice and friendly during the visit, which I appreciated. I just wish the food quality had matched the service.

They have a small food counter that has poke, fried chicken, corn dogs among other things but every…read moreThursday they actually grill steak for a plate lunch that is fantastic. It's marinated steak that is actually grilled in the parking lot. You can smell it down the street. It comes with two scoops of rice a scoop of salad and a drink for $15.99. They do sell out but as long as your their before 4 pm you should be good to go.

My perfect day? It's summer. The waves are flat, the water is clear and I'm layering Da Seafood…read moreCartel's blue crab tobiko spread and ceviche on top of a tostada. Do yourself a favor and stop by Da Seafood Cartel in Haleiwa before making your way to the beach. There's a small parking lot in the back (be careful entering and exiting, there's only one way in and out). They have a smaller menu here compared to their Aiea location. Focusing more on their ceviche and fresh fish poke bowls. If you're in a rush, the ceviche and blue crab spread comes out super quick. There are tables to enjoy your food there but 10/10 recommend taking it to the beach.

Fresh Ceviche and great balance…read more Service was fast and ample parking everywhere when I went Local food truck setting Will go back again!

The veggie cut roll and avocado cut roll were meat free and delicious. This was part of my first…read moresubstantial meal of the day. I had every last bite of each. The veggie rolls are each really big and I loved these. We ate inside the restaurant. There's a peaceful ambiance inside! All the disposable cutlery, napkins, and chopsticks we needed were easily accessible on the side for us to retrieve as needed.

Tucked away in the Haleiwa Town Center, No7 Poke n Roll is one of those hidden gems that makes the…read moredrive out to the North Shore totally worth it. This spot came highly recommended by a co-worker and now I see why. There are two entrances (one from the parking lot and another from the street side), and the setup is casual and welcoming with both outdoor and indoor seating. I got there just before the rush, which worked out perfectly because I was able to snag a seat inside before the place filled up. Ordering is quick and easy thanks to their tablet system. It was super efficient, especially when things get busy. My son joined me, and we decided to go all in with a 2-combo poke bowl featuring spicy garlic and spicy mayo. I chose a mix of ahi and salmon and added avocado (for an extra charge, but absolutely worth it). Every bite was incredibly fresh, and the salmon in particular just melted in my mouth. The bowl was nicely rounded out with salad and rice underneath: simple, satisfying, and done right. My son went with the katsu curry rice, and of course I had to try a bite. It was hearty, comforting, and full of that rich Japanese-style curry flavor that never misses. He also grabbed a spam hand roll, which he gave a big thumbs up. The only minor downside was a few flies making their way in from outside, but the staff was quick to shut the door, which helped. It really didn't take away from the experience much as I was too busy enjoying my poke. Overall, we left full, happy, and glad we made the trek out to Haleiwa. Supporting local spots like this feels even more important, especially after the recent Kona Lows. Fresh food, great flavors, and a laid-back vibe. Definitely a place I'd come back to again.