Last August, when I was 8 months pregnant and had just moved back to O'ahu from the Big Island, I…read morewas scrolling Instagram and came across a local plate lunch truck called The Pupu Princess. I hit follow right away -- and when I saw they were nearby, I waddled my very pregnant self over to grab a plate. I ordered their Combo Plate: two scoops rice sprinkled with furikake, crab potato salad, fried noodles, and two proteins. I chose garlic fried chicken and teri beef. It was so good I actually cried a little. Living on the Big Island, everything was so far, and I couldn't satisfy my cravings easily -- so finally having a real plate lunch felt like comfort and home all at once. I hadn't been back since, mostly because they don't have a set schedule, and whenever they were close by, Bubba would be napping or I'd find out too late. But today, I finally got to go again -- and this time I brought Bubba. And she remembered me. "Weren't you pregnant last time?" she said. Such a small thing, but honestly an amazing memory and such a warm customer experience. Bubba and I had a little sidewalk picnic together. He tried fried noodles for the first time, loved the teri beef, and of course devoured the rice -- his forever favorite. I saved half the plate for my boyfriend since he's working. It felt like such a full-circle moment... sharing with my son the exact plate lunch that made me cry (in the best way) when I was pregnant with him.

I was looking for this food truck all last week at the park in ewa Beach called Geiger community…read morepark. Well today we found it its a small pink trailer house type truck. Got there this time after 11:00 am. I think it was about 11:20. I was 3rd in line ordering. I ordered the after school special plate includes 5 rolls taegu Kim chee sushi rolls and 4 pieces boneless fried chicken. The rolls were tasty and the fried chicken was crispy skin and a lightly salted. Told the girl inside the truck we looked for you guys last week thursday and you guys wasn't there. She started to laugh explaining why they weren't there but I cut her off and said that day we came back 3 times couldn't find them we went home. LOL. Took a picture of their menu. If you in the area, stop by. Support them. They make everything fresh it's about a 20 min wait. P.S. They only open Tuesday through Friday 11-3pm.

Located in Geiger Park along Kapolei Pkwy, open Monday thru Friday 10am to 3pm. It's a CASH ONLY…read morebusiness so don't forget your dollar bills. Hubby was able to stop by there to grab us late lunch/early dinner before he was closed for the day. The wait was a bit long because it's a one-man show. But the wait was pretty worth it. We ordered crispy crinkle fries and 2 OG smash burgers, one with "The Works" for an additional charge. The burgers were smothered in a tasty special sauce. Finger-licking good!

I was FINALLY able to try Adrian's Smash Burger... because I had cash…read more Yes, this is a cash-only food truck. For months my boyfriend had been wanting to try these smash burgers, but he works during the day--and I honestly didn't think they'd survive the wait until he got home. Thankfully, we finally got to try them together, and it was so worth it. This is a true one-man operation, so it does take a bit of time to place your order--but trust me, the wait pays off. My boyfriend got the OG Smash Burger and immediately regretted not adding an extra patty... or ordering a second burger altogether. I went with the Pineapple Express, and as my very first smash burger experience? I was obsessed. Pro tip: get your own fries. You will not want to share. You will side-eye the other person. And yes, it could absolutely start a fight over who ate more. Adrian's Smash Burger is open Monday-Friday, 10 AM-3 PM. For weekend hours, check their Instagram. Support local--and don't forget to bring cash.

First time trying this food truck. 3 different size buckets. We got the small $32. Guaranteed to…read morehave snow crab, shrimp, potato, corn sausage. We had the one with the Hapa sauce (coconut milk, garlic/cajun) and it was delish. The people that work there are all very nice.

Finally got my bucket!!! Been following Buckits Hawaii on Instagram for a minute now and wanting…read moreto try their food. I ordered the medium Hapa sauce extra spicy. I was tearing up the food so quickly that I forgot to take a pic! Love, love, loved it! Thank you, Buckits Hawaii!!!

We came here for a quick casual lunch after the beach and it hit the spot! My boyfriend and I…read moreshared the seafood pancake and it was so yummy! I love how they make their pancake crispy and it was loaded with seafood in it. We also noticed it had mochi or rice cakes in it which is not something you usually see in seafood pancakes but it was a nice touch. The food came out fast and the prices are ok. I would definitely come here again for their pancakes and maybe try other things from their menu!

Rainbow stream... As…read moremany food trucks are obvious this one stands out just from their wheels ;) Moojigae is one of several food trucks on the side lot of Waikele Premium Outlet and though this open air location can get insanely hot having some shaded seats does help to relax and enjoy your meal. I chose the simple Shinramyun ya not the brightest choice on this humid day but didn't want something too heavy as it just need a bit of fuel to get me going and this spot was definitely on my list. Love that they put the spice level beside each item for a heads up the staff here is nice and as they were more flooded with orders than I realized as they do take phone orders it did take a bit for my order. Since I was dining right there among the bench it didn't need to be separated and loved that it was served on a tray along with a side of kimchee yum the ramyun had a soft cooked egg and some carrots a nice and simple snack which gave me much needed boost though as it was basically no different than a bowl of instant noodle this was crazy overpriced and glad that I didn't get the soft tofu which was $13.50 which I didn't need that type of spice in my life. Thank you!

This coffee spot is to die for! The coffee cruiser VW van is absolutely adorable & super unique…read more The cruiser offers a variety of different coffee, tea, and matcha. I ordered a caramel apple latte since it was a special for the month of August. It included caramel syrup & green apple syrup. Coffee was lightly flavored, not overly sweet or overwhelming which I liked. Staff is incredibly friendly and I love the vibe and quality coffee here, will definitely be back.

Disappointing visit -- left with no coffee…read more I love supporting small, local businesses, but my visit today was really disappointing. I waited in line in the direct sun for over 20 minutes, only to find out the espresso machine had overheated. With only one person working inside the small van, the orders backed up, and I ultimately had to leave empty-handed with my time wasted. I understand running a mobile setup in the heat with a single barista is tough, but managing order capacity and having a setup for the heat (or equipment cooling) is essential. Hoping they can streamline their process and gear for peak hours, because I'd still love to see local spots like this succeed.

I am obsessed with the poke nachos I went twice! I got the Kamakazi half pound. My daughter order…read morethe Kalua pork plate with rice and Mac salad. I love this place we both scarfed our food down quick. Highly recommend

SUPPORT LOCAL GANGY!! IYKYK…read more Yes, there is a storefront in Pearl City (not sure if they're affiliated) but it's not the same as Unko Wendell's food truck. Our go to is the poke nachos, half spicy/half kamikaze. They make their own wonton chips, cover that with 1lb of the freshest poke, then load the top with special sauces, drizzles, and garnishes. The lunchwagon comes out maybe every other day around after school hours (2pm until sold out) but I always go to their instagram @poke_on_da_run for updates. There is always a line so be prepared to wait and give a little extra patience as they are working hard to serve everybody. CASH ONLY so come prepared. And park only in designated areas to avoid getting a citation.

Mexican food on wheels! Although this place does catering, they also have a food truck!…read more Last night I noticed a truck up the street from where I live. I then noticed it was back again this morning! I looked up the name on Instagram and found out they were serving up Mexican food! My hubby loves Mexican so we had to try it out. First off, the customer service was amazing! They talked story with us, asked tons of questions about what we wanted in each order since everything is made to order. Here's what we got: 1. Beef Nachos: we ordered the small portion but this was HUGE! It has cheese, choice of beef or chicken, onions, cilantro, & sour cream. My hubby loves nacho cheese so he loved this! There was a generous portion of beef on top too. 2. Cheese Quesadilla: this was actually a kids quesadilla but it was definitely a regular sized one! It was simple with just cheese & tortilla but, they did not skimp on the cheese. It was THICK! 3. Chicken Burrito: this was definitely the star of the show! It was HUGE! Hubby and I shared it and couldn't finish it. It was stuffed with pico, flavorful chicken, cheese, sour cream, beans & rice. It was messy but sooo good! Highly recommend! Overall, it's dangerous how often and close they are to where we live! We'll definitely be back!

HOH TALK ABOUT MAYJAHHHHH!…read more First time here but was told these Braddahs come to Ho'opili every Thursday. I was kind of skeptical from ordering, since most restaurants In Hawaii that serve Mexican food, kind of give less than what it's truly worth. So I asked the local braddah "is it a lot?" And he assured me that if I'm not satisfied he would fully refund me. So I waited..... when I was called he showed me my order- carne Asada fries, and let me tell you... it can feed more than a family of 4. I never got his name but my bro, for serving great customer service along w great food.

Ordered the lechon kawali and pork sisig combo plate, and I must admit... this was SO good! The…read morelechon kawali was crispy and packed with flavor, and I loved that they topped the rice with a garlic topping--it really gave it that extra Filipino touch! They gave two dipping sauces, one spicy and their regular. The spicy gives an extra kick. One combo plate can definitely feed two short older Filipino women so the portions are generous! I'd recommend bringing cash to avoid the 3% credit card fees. I'd also call my order in next time. It took about 10 minutes, which isn't bad, but if you're on a lunch break and in a rush, calling ahead would be best. Other than that, I'd definitely come back again and try the other things on the menu!

Wow! We love the upgrade! It's amazing to see how far Sw8 Dada's Sisig has come - from a little…read morefood truck to their new spot at The Shop at West Loch Station. We stopped by right at closing tonight, and the friendly staff were kind enough to let us place one last order. My son was craving sisig, and honestly, only Sw8's would do. But we didn't know they closed at 6! Lol - Thanks Aunties! The food is just as delicious as ever - crispy, flavorful, and now they offer it topped with a fried egg and chili oil on the side... he was in heaven! We also spotted fresh lumpia in the warmer last time, so we'll definitely be back to try that next. If you're a sisig fan (or looking to become one), I highly recommend Sw8 Dada's Sisig! They are #1 in our book.

I live on West Side, was so excited to see another Mexican food truck next to Coral Crater…read more Had to try and was so Happy I did. Delicious food!!! I'm from Cali so you know I have to get my fix. Come check this Local Family business. Keep up the great food to Nelly and Familia

CASH. ZELLE PAYPAL. NO CHARGE CARD…read more El Jalisciense offers authentic Mexican food. LOCATION Food truck can be found on Midway road. lots of space to pull over safely. FOOD I ordered Bria tacos ala carte. The meat was very soft and flavorful. I definitely will go back and try the chicken enchiladas. Price is about the same as the eating at a restaurant. $$ RECOMMENDED

I really enjoyed the banh mi sandwiches from here! They are not too big and not too small so it's…read morea good portion for lunch. I loved the pork and lemon grass banh mi sandwiches. They are packed with flavor and I like to get extra jalapeños because I love spicy. LOL! I want to try the other things that they offer because it looks delicious. Service is great and friendly. You get a number after you order so you just wait until it's called and pick up at the truck! The ambiance is a food truck so don't expect anything fancy - expect some delicious Vietnamese food though!

So ono... As I…read morehappened to have found them at a night market which is what it seems that they do but what exactly they do is serve up some bougie meals in their wheels. Love that many of their items are grab and go or quick to prepare it was nice to see that they didn't have a long line so you know that I had to give them a peek. As a summer roll lover I picked up one for mom but they only had shrimp unfortunately for me but she loved it as it was all fresh. I was staring at their tanghulu and bao mi as well their Vietnamese iced coffee. The staff is very friendly and efficient as I enjoyed the market vibe with this quick and easy stop. Thank you!