Shaka Tacoz

4.7 (1k reviews)

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Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Shaka Tacoz - Mexican Near Me - Captain Cook, Hawaii

Shaka Tacoz - Get a taste of our menu for only $2/taco every Tuesday and Thursday! - Mexican Near Me - Captain Cook, Hawaii

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Joy H.

I enjoyed the food at their other location so it was an easy choice to stop by here when I was in the area. Same good quality so I am glad I stopped by. They have a decent seating area and it got really busy. The cashier is very welcoming and friendly and keeping up with cleaning the tables.

Jovete E.

Recommended by Aaliyah at Hala Tree Coffee, we all sat in the car for 15 minutes waiting for it to open. You order and eat inside but pick up your food from a food truck set up outside. There's plenty of seating inside and they also have a patio. It was a Friday so we all ordered the Ono Fish Tacoz. Super tasty as they were topped with lettuce, pickled red inions, balsamic slaw, lime crema and a side of their mango chili sauce. We all enjoyed our meal especially the mango sauce that had just the right amount of flavor. Try it, you will like it! Thank you, Jen for the tacoz!!

Annie D.

We bookmarked Shaka Tacoz as our lunch stop on the drive to Waikoloa. I was super excited to try the Ono Tacos but I actually enjoyed the Birria style pork tacos better. The fish was a little dry. The Birra was flavorful and tender and definitely more filling. There's a few parking spots outside. Lots of seating inside. You order inside at the counter and pick up your order from the food truck outside.

Jasmin P.

Flavorful tacos, you get 3 per order, and fun side sauces where you can pick 2 per order. There is also an amazing ocean view if you sit outside in the back. We're vegetarian, so we ordered 5 chorizo tacos and one bean and rice taco to try, plus an order of chips and salsa. The salsa was good, we just thought it needed a little more salt and spice for our taste. Such an awesome lunch spot if you are out here visiting or touring Kona coffee farms. You order at the counter and then pick up your food from the food truck parked out front. We parked across the street off the highway, and the lady taking our order was super nice and patient. This ended up being one of our favorite meals of the trip.

Jessica F.

Incredible tacos and you can mix and match different proteins! Every serving comes with 3 fabulous filled tacos with great ingredients. Interesting sauces are available like guava hot pepper (recommend!) and mango chile and chipotle, all super flavorful options. The steak and fish were my favorite proteins, the steak was not chewy at all and the fish was grilled perfectly. Loved all of the pickled toppings. Bonus, you can see the sunset from the patio! Lovely quick stop for dinner at a great price point.

David S.

This was a definite pit stop on our way from Hilo to Kona. The restaurant has parking out front and you order inside which has seating available but pick up the food at the outdoor area where they are made. We got the Ono fish tacos and birria style tacos. Both come in 3's. The ono unfortunately was a little dry but flavor was not bad. The birria tacos were flavorful, crunchy and filling. Def recommend the birria tacos. Next time I'm gonna get a quesadilla which also looked amazing. Great restaurant to check out if you're nearby or passing through.

Carnitas tacos, quesadillas, birria tacos, burrito

Kylie S.

Plentiful seating and enough parking right outside and across the street. If you come in the evening, you might get lucky and catch a beautiful sunset. Food was good! These tacos definitely run more of a local fusion than true Mexican tacos down the road. The carnitas tacos were basically kalua pig but still good! Make sure you order inside with the friendly workers and pick up your food outside at the food truck window!

Amelia C.

I think this could be one of the best taco places on the big island, however on a scale of tacos in general, not the best. Needed cilantro and probably do more cheese.not a ton of flavor. We got birria tacos and then the original Shaka tacos with pork and chicken. It looked great but just need something more. Also 3 tacos is not filling enough for a meal. Maybe the fish tacos are where they stand out. Ambiance is nice, cool to eat with an ocean view and service was really nice. Cool atmosphere and food came out quickly. Limited parking. Nice stop for a light bite if in the area.

An L.

The fish tacos were a bit dry and flavorless for my taste. The mango chili sauce was sweet and tangy with no spice. The shop itself was lovely with a patio in the back overlooking the water.

Brenden P.

Stopped in for the venison street tacos, $20 for three, and absolutely worth it. The meat was tender, flavorful, and seasoned just right without being overpowered by the toppings. The place has both indoor and outdoor seating, and I'd recommend grabbing a spot outside if the weather's good bc you get a clear ocean view that adds a lot to the experience. The vibe is relaxed but well-kept, and prices are fair for the quality and the setting. A funny bonus: while enjoying my meal, I could see a pig being groomed down the hill! Not something you see every day, and it somehow fit perfectly with the laid-back, coastal charm of the place. Service was very fast. Overall, great food, decent value, and a memorable setting.

Roshan R.

I wasn't impressed. The fish tacos were buried under sauces and slaw, so I could barely taste the fish--though the fish itself was well-seasoned and tasty. Prices felt high for what you get. Overall, very underwhelming flavors for a fish taco. The worst part was the outdoor seating: yes, the views are great, but the patio was crawling with lizards. It almost felt like a theme, and it was distracting enough to kill the appetite.

Jacob N.

This was by far.... One of the best, if not the best fish tacos and burritos... that I have ever had The service, was amazing. She was sweet, answered everything that we needed to know. She took her time with us to and didn't rush us to pick. We just got here and can't wait to go back two or 3 times in the week that we are here The burrito. The burrito was by far one of the stupidest burritos that I have ever had. It was full, the sauce that came with it, which was the hottest one they have was phenomenal and probably one of the best sauces that I've had. I would bottle it if I could. This place is a solid 10-10. No question. I'm dying to go back and I left 3 hours ago

Kelsie R.

Best tacos I've had in a long time! Great spot, easy ordering online and then you can take it outside to eat with a beautiful view of the ocean. The service was also really great and helpful Tried: chicken burrito, steak tacoz Loved: my steak tacos were amazing. Recommend getting the cheesy tortilla and the guava ginger sauce on the side - very unique but perfect with the tacos!

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Food was edible but not good. They are trying to do too much, if they went simpler and focused on flavor it would be much better. There are way too many competing tastes going on. We also ordered a bean and rice burrito and was specific about not adding anything else to it, and they did. So, expensive burrito that couldn't be eaten. read more

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D M.

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Great taste. Fresh! Fast! And reasonably priced. Fish tacos and burritos are my faves!

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Holden M.

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Best tacos I've had on big island. Probably all of the island chain. The magna sauce is an perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Make sure you get two of them. Very nice, and helpful staff. 5star tacos no doubt. read more

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Aidan H.

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I got the pork Quesadillas no guacamole no onions. Best I've ever had. The sour cream and Shaka sauce were so amazing and it was a short drive read more

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Cris M.

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The best tacos I've ever had in awhile. I also recommend the carne asada quesadilla. I liked how they put avocado inside the quesadilla.

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Christy M.

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These were delicious. Part of the skill in making a great taco is the ratio of the various ingredients. Shaka had great ingredients and the right ratio. We have two pork and one ahi shaka taco each and both really enjoyed our delicious lunch. Thanks, Shaka! read more

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Ryan M.

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Deserves 6 stars! All I have to say is you won't be disappointed. Fresh, delicious and great customer service. Must try! Fish taco and Assad's are amazing... plus free guacamole!! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Fish taco and Asada taco, mango salsa - Mexican Near Me - Captain Cook, Hawaii

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Ron C.

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The tacos are extremely disappointing. Very little flavor. Presentation is excellent. The idea of what you are getting is amazing. That is until the food enters your mouth and you wonder where the flavor went. read more

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Lincoln J.

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I was contemplating on making this review, but I do think it should be brought to attention that, first of all the taco's are amazing; However there was a smell that I could smell from outside of the food truck when I went to get my food. I hate to say it but I think that there were some hygiene issues. Besides all of that I would highly recommend going to eat some taco's they are 10/10 amazing! read more

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J K.

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4 years ago

Steak Tacos and chicken burrito we had were fantastic. Some of the best hot sauce we found in a restaurant.

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J B.

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Best tacos on the BI. Very fresh ingredients, great flavor, great sauces, and great service. We are here twice in 3 days. Definitely recommend. read more

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Lisa E.

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Oh my goodness the food was so fresh and delicious! Extremely delicious flavors! Loved the vege tacos! Will be back at least weekly. And I cant forget the excellent customer service. Mahalos read more

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Deon H.

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Ate there several times while on vacation, it was great every time. Great view while eating outside.

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Mark M.

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6 years ago

I've driven by this place many times. Today I decided to stop and try them out. Great food wonderful service. This will be my taco spot from now on. read more

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Tami P.

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The fish tacos were by far the best fish tacos were have ever had!! Very tasty and filling. The mango chili sauce was delicious!! If you haven't been to this place, you need to go! read more

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Maggie M.

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Really good tacos! Got the fish, asada, and pork to-go and all were really good. I wish I had found this place earlier so I could have come back for more. There was a bit of a wait even mid-week, mid-day, but definitely worth it. read more

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Chris L.

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The tacos are delicious. Not bland like many other places. Staff is relaxed and polite. Space is open and fun. Bring your own beer if so inclined. read more

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Sharon C.

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Just stopped here for a quick lunch before going into Kona. Tacos were ono and the burrito bowl was awesome with fresh avo! read more

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Natalia N.

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This place is amazing for TACOS. Don't bother with the rice and beans, chips, etc. this place has great tacos with marinated meats, my favorite were the pork and the carnitas (I don't eat fish). The staff is nice the place is a food truck with an indoor seating area to watch a beautiful sunset. Highly recommend if you're looking for solid Mexican tacos on the island. read more

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Josh W.

Mahalo for the kind review, Natalia! Glad you enjoyed the tacos!

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Bethany A.

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Made the mistake of eating here on the first day of our trip and had to listen to the kids beg to go back every day after that too. My teenager swears it's the best quesadilla she's ever had, and everyone was impressed with their order. read more

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Obed L.

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Taco Plate. If your ever had Mexican tacos these are like it but with a Hawaiin touch. Good alternative if your craving tacos but never compared to the real Mexican tacos. Regardless of that I would recommend trying it. For quality & presentation 10/10 for me. The Mango Chile sauce was something completely different for me, definitely worth a try & with salsa verde you can never go wrong. All proteins I tried steak fish & chicken were good. read more

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Dave M.

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Awesome food. Great service. I highly recommend them. No frills just delicious. Great view from their porch.

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Laksh C.

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Stopped here on our way from two step beach.Ordered fish tacos,chicken quesadilla,Chicken and fish bowl.Everything was so delicious,our favorite was hands down the quesadillas.They had a few seating overlooking the ocean(a distant view but very pleasant). read more

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Nick S.

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If I could give it 100 stars I would!!! Best Tacoz on the big island hands down. Friendly service great view. All the tacos are incredible, you cannot go wrong coming here. Go on tuesdays and thursdays. read more

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Sean D.

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It's called Shaka Tacoz for a reason! The first time we went I had the burrito and wasn't super impressed, although the salsa was very good. The next time I had the spicy pork tacos and it was one of the best meals I had on the island. Not too pricy which can't be said of all the restaurants on the island, so definitely give this place a try! read more

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Lexi 2.

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The best tacos I've ever had!!! Will definitely come back! I would definitely recommend the veggie taco, it was very delicious

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Brandon P.

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Bear fish tacos I've had! The pork tacos were fabulous as well. Fresh corn tortillas that held up perfectly.

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Woodchipper F.

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Killer tacos. Loved the grilled tortillas. Great view of the coast out back. Service was pretty quick on a Sunday. Friendly Geckos outside to entertain you. read more

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Rachel M.

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So so fresh and tasty. Our family of 3 - including a 7 year old - loved our meal. Fresh fish tacos, a steak bowl, and quesadilla were all delicious!! read more

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Robert A.

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This is a food truck with indoor seating. The tacos are treat, just don't be surprised when they put pickled onions on fish. Just a matter of taste, but it can overwhelm the fish. You can ask without. read more

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Jon W.

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For a great place to get outstanding tacos and burrito bowls this is the joint for you. The prices are cheap but the food is awesome. They have a straight forward menu so there's no questioning what you're getting. The steak burrito bowl was filled with well seasoned and cooked steak, black beans, lime creme, salsa and lettuce. I also got 2 chicken and 1 pork taco to round out the meat selections. Both were outstanding. Plenty of tender meat on both. While you wait there's a ping pong table inside to keep you entertained. If you like Tex Mex this is the place for you. read more

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Sarah R.

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Delicious vegetarian and fish tacos! Excellent food, great price and very casual atmosphere. Nice seating are, very clean.

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Chris D.

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Killer tacos. Try one of each and make sure you try their hot sauce. It has a sweet taste with a lil' kick at the end. Did not disappoint!!!! read more

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Alita R.

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The food is so good. Love the veggie bowl and veggie tacos. The young lady at the cash register named Zahara was especially sweet and her smile warmed my rainy day. The taco sauce was also really good read more

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Olivia R.

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Awesome spot for food and for the majority of the times I've come back here, I've experienced awesome customer service too. First found out about the place when they followed me on Instagram & have been a regular customer ever since. Went in today though at around 2:30 pm and witnessed a customer politely asking where the bathroom was, just to get a very passive/aggressive response. She made him feel stupid & I could tell and honestly felt embarrassed myself. He was soft spoken and just went to ask a question and yet she made him leave her alone, making it seem like it was OBVIOUS where the bathrooms were. I noticed he even tried to apologize afterwards for asking her because of the way she responded to him, which he shouldn't have to do. As someone who has a lot of experience in both the food & tourism industry, that's definitely not what you want for your customers (to make them feel less of themselves for asking a simple question..) & that was super disappointing to have witnessed. All it takes is one worker to ruin the whole place for your customers. Don't know her name, but she had blonde hair. Just to give some advice, be kind to the people you communicate with. You never know if they'll come back or not and you should always want them to leave with a positive experience (customer service wise). Hoping to see an improvement here. read more

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Nancy W.

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Try this place! Great food, good prices! We had the fish tacos and the chicken burrito and they were amazing! Great flavor and big portions! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Fresh fish taco. Great place!!! - Mexican Near Me - Captain Cook, Hawaii

Shaka Tacoz - Place your order at the truck & eat inside. Simple. - Mexican Near Me - Captain Cook, Hawaii

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Bella E.

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The BEST tacos I've ever had. Seriously. As someone from San Diego, I thought I'd had some pretty good ones... but last night the fish tacos we had took first place. Great location too, the beautiful sunset combined with these magic tacos made this one of the best nights of our trip. My only regret is that we discovered this place the day before we had to leave!! The guys in the truck are super friendly and awesome, not to mention very accommodating to dietary needs. I wish I could take a bottle of the spicy mango sauce with me, and I will forever remember that night as the night I discovered true taco love. read more

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Excellent view for sunset and the tacos are bursting with flavor. John and Alonso are friendly and enthusiastic chefs. Don't forget to tell them thanks on your way out. read more

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Wailana L.

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Ono tacos. Always fresh, tasty. Really, Really good. Its always busy with long lines. But Really worth the wait. Taco sauce are rhe bomb. There 3 Taco plates are So filling And the nachos. read more

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Louis A.

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Fantastic food! Super flavorful tacos, well worth the trip. Wish they would franchise in California . . . .

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82-6167 Mamalahoa Hwy
Captain Cook, HI 96704
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(808) 969-7183
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Hours

What time does Shaka Tacoz open?

Shaka Tacoz opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Shaka Tacoz close?

Shaka Tacoz closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Shaka Tacoz take credit cards?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Shaka Tacoz have catering options?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz does have catering options.

Does Shaka Tacoz have a drive thru?

No, Shaka Tacoz does not have a drive thru.

Does Shaka Tacoz have a happy hour?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has a happy hour.

Does Shaka Tacoz serve alcohol?

No, Shaka Tacoz does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Shaka Tacoz allow dogs?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz allows dogs.

Does Shaka Tacoz have TVs?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Shaka Tacoz have bike parking?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has bike parking.

Does Shaka Tacoz have outdoor seating?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has outdoor seating options.

Does Shaka Tacoz have parking?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Shaka Tacoz wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz is wheelchair accessible.

Does Shaka Tacoz have free WiFi?

Yes, Shaka Tacoz has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Shaka Tacoz specializes in Tacos, Burritos, Bowls, quesadillas, and Salads. With protien choices of beef, pork, chicken & fish. We also are happy to cater to any dietary requests such as: Vegetarian, Gluten Free, specific food allergies.

Meet the Business Owner: Riley R.

Shaka Tacoz is becoming a community staple and must-visit tourist hot-spot. Known for our tacos and incredible view of the south Kona coastline, our goal is to provide a unique, high-quality experience, at a cost the whole family can afford.

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Muy delicioso! If you love your Mexican food, don't miss Manny's. They have a pretty extensive…read moremenu. It is very casual, ordering at the counter and then sitting outside in the beautiful sunshine or inside. Food and drinks are delivered to the table, and very quickly. The 3 taco plate was so, so, good. We tried a pulled pork, steak, and a chicken soft taco and they were all incredible. The meat was tender and flavorful and the tacos were huge! My husband enjoyed huevos rancheros with the addition of some chorizo. He was a very happy camper! His meal was also a really generous size, hot and yummy! Another plus is they have decent parking and a drive up window to pickup food at. Definitely eat here, you can't go wrong!

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1st t8mer. Got the 3 taco (ground beef) special. Ended up costing $17 and change for 3 tacos. Beef…read morewas exceptionally plain tasting. I was unimpressed. It tasted like it was made by a white lady from Seattle or Vermont who had been to California in the 70's and was trying to replicate Mexican food. Killer Tacos is right around the corner and way better for less. The lady at the counter was nice.

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Best in Kona. I've lived in California for 9yrs and been to Mexico 20 times. When I moved home I…read moretried every Mexican place on the island and they all put tons of rice or refried beans in their dishes. For 5 years I refused to eat any Mexican food and today it all changed when I gave Mi Lindo Michoacan a go! When I saw Pastor & Lengua I knew it was real. Shrimp, carne asada, and pastor taco's was da best I almost ordered 3 more for the road. Mahalo my Mexican brothers and sisters!

We dined at Milindo Michoacan today for the first time. My burrito was the best I've ever had,…read moreincluding travels around Mexico, mainland USA and Hawaii for comparison. Also, I am retired and local for the past 7 years and so have spent many decades comparing food. We also had a burrito bowl and it was outstanding. The kitchen is very clean and the staff is polite and attentive. They have many offerings, and so we will be back for sure to try them all. Thank you!

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Had the steak quesadilla and steak chimichanga. Food was really good, just needed a bit more flavorread more

I have been looking for a good Mexican food so I thought to try this place so we got the carne…read moreasada and carnitas burritos. There were too much beans in them but the meat were good. I will try their tacos next time.

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Ambiance 4/5 The first thing you see when you pull up in the…read moreparking lot. Nowhere to sit but there is seating inside the Ali'i Marketplace. It's not shaded and a ton of horseflies. Service 5/5 Cashier was sweet and very friendly. She's helpful if you need recommendations. Food 5/5 The tacos were so yummy and flavorful. What really hits is the mango chili. It's got a good kick and amazing flavor. Would love to try their hotter sauces next time. (Coffee in pic is from a different business in the marketplace.)

I came across Shaka Tacoz on a recommendation on r/VisitingHawaii, and the rec absolutely did not…read morelet me down. I knew I just had to try the venison taco, and it was absolutely scrumptious. My uncle got the birria, and he was in love with it. The food was ready fairly quickly after ordering. This location is at a food truck + artisan marketplace, and the Shaka Tacoz truck is right at the entrance from the parking lot, so it's easy to find. There's open air seating beyond the truck, or benches under the trees better the food truck and the parking lot. Great place to enjoy some shade and some tacoz. Ultimately my whole family loved this place and thought I was a hero for finding this gem!

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3 Ono fish tacos with mango salsa. I squeezed the lime on it before I took the photo.

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one of my favorite Mexican places when I'm in Kona. Everything is bomb. I always get the steak,…read moreshrimp, n chicken fajitas and steak quesadilla.

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(42 reviews)

8.5 mi

I'm always on the hunt for great authentic tacos, and I'd been here before with a good experience…read more I loved that it's a family-run, mom-and-pop, honest-to-goodness legit Mexican taqueria -- and that vibe is still there. Unfortunately, not much else lived up to my last visit. The woman behind the counter was not gunning for any friendship or customer service awards. When I asked for extra hot sauce for the 3 tacos I ordered, I was met with a firm "No, only 1!" I clarified -- one per taco, since I bought three. Still "No!" After some negotiating, I talked her into two, but you'd have thought I was asking her to part with a kidney. I asked if they had sodas -- clearly hoping for a Diet Coke. Short answer, and definitely not sweet: "No." She eventually mumbled something about drinks next door. (The lady next door, by the way, was absolutely delightful.) Jalapeños? "No." Chiles toreados? "No." This is simply not the person who should be working front of house. When my order was finally ready, she tried to short me on that hard-won second hot sauce -- you know, the kidney. The food came out hot and fresh, and after that service experience, I was expecting it to be nothing short of amazing. Because really -- how do you treat customers like that if the food isn't blowing people away? Sadly, the hot sauce wasn't hot. At all. And the food overall was pretty good -- not excellent, not amazing, just pretty good. I did enjoy the yellow corn tortillas; soft, warm, and nicely done. The asada was chopped into chunks, which works, and both the asada and birria tacos were topped with onion and cilantro. But here's my honest take, setting the service entirely aside: the Califas taco truck by Home Depot has better food overall. I hate to say it -- I was really hoping to recapture those great tacos from my last visit. It just wasn't meant to be. It can't be that hard to make them like they do in Mexico!

This place is legit!! The best chicken enchiladas plate I had in Kona!…read moreNot just enchiladas, the rice was so on point and so was the beans! I was pleasantly surprised how good everything was on my plate! Tiny hole in the wall to-go only taqueria is a gem! I will be back again to try something else.

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Pancho & Lefty's Cantina and Restaurante

Great service!! Excellent food, clean bathrooms, pool table, wish I would of found this place…read moresooner!

Access one star. Public parking 100yds away Seating one star…read moreeither view, quiet or large group Menu one star great choices for Hawaii experience Service- unbelievable spot on maybe five stars by itself. Prices are competitive for area. Yes its a hidden gem. YMMV! BE SURE TO USE YOUR BEST ISLAND MANNERS.

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Al pastor taco plate with borracho beans and rice

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The Coffee Shack

We all really enjoyed our meal at Coffee Shack! The food was fresh and delicious! Our waitress…read morewas great and friendly! There's also an amazing view from this restaurant and we all took photos. A few of us picked up a souvenir at a reasonable price. I purchased an oversized coffee mug for $11! I got the special...banana macadamia nut french toast with a vanilla drizzle. Large portion and delicious! Others at my table enjoyed fruit in a papaya half and an omelet. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meal! Bathrooms - unisex; two individual bathrooms Parking - spots out front and a tight lot on the side of the restaurant

Delicious food with kind service. The coffee was super good with the macadamia nut milk…read more The papaya itself wasn't sweet and didn't really taste like anything. Finals thought it would be a yogurt bowl, but it was only a spoonful of yogurt. The eggs Benedict's had great flavor, and the fish tasted sooo good with the hollandaise sauce . The omelet was very cheesy and we loved the cheese pull. While the cheesecake was good, the crust needs work. It's pretty hard and we couldn't break it up easily. Cookie was dry and not something we would get again. The bar was also pretty hard, but the flavors were nice.

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The counter as you enter/leave.

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Cinnamon Rolls

The Coffee Shack

We all really enjoyed our meal at Coffee Shack! The food was fresh and delicious! Our waitress…read morewas great and friendly! There's also an amazing view from this restaurant and we all took photos. A few of us picked up a souvenir at a reasonable price. I purchased an oversized coffee mug for $11! I got the special...banana macadamia nut french toast with a vanilla drizzle. Large portion and delicious! Others at my table enjoyed fruit in a papaya half and an omelet. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meal! Bathrooms - unisex; two individual bathrooms Parking - spots out front and a tight lot on the side of the restaurant

Delicious food with kind service. The coffee was super good with the macadamia nut milk…read more The papaya itself wasn't sweet and didn't really taste like anything. Finals thought it would be a yogurt bowl, but it was only a spoonful of yogurt. The eggs Benedict's had great flavor, and the fish tasted sooo good with the hollandaise sauce . The omelet was very cheesy and we loved the cheese pull. While the cheesecake was good, the crust needs work. It's pretty hard and we couldn't break it up easily. Cookie was dry and not something we would get again. The bar was also pretty hard, but the flavors were nice.

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The counter as you enter/leave.

Breakfast special

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Cinnamon Rolls

Kaaloa's Super Js Authentic Hawaiian

While the exterior might look unassuming, you're in for some authentic lau lau and great customer…read moreservice. The food was so hot and fresh. We tried the chicken and pork lau lau and the pork was our favorite. The mango sago dessert was instantly devoured. I ended up purchasing a cute sticker from the shop. Super happy with the experience and such lovely owners.

This is a must stop for ral Hawaiian food if you are near Captain Cook on the Big Island…read more Super friendly staff. Small place but food is amazing. Had chicken laulau, kalua pig/cabbage and mac salad. Meat was SO tender!! Coconut cake for dessert Delicious!

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Condiments local style...spicy shoyu, chilli pepah watah and Furikake

Kalua pork, pork laulau, lomi salmon, and mac salad.

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Lau Lau, Kalua Pork, Lomi Lomi, and Rice combo plate

South Kona Grindz

Just stopped at South Kona Grindz on our way from Black Beach to our resort in Kona and had a great…read moreexperience. Sit in the backyard/patio and you'll feel nature all around you and Hawaiian music in the background. In this day the weather got a bit darker and cool, so we sat there looking around taking in so much beauty. It was so relaxing! The menu had variety and the prices very reasonable. We had the veggie burrito, fish and chips and bbq sandwich. Everything was fresh and delicious. Too bad they didn't offer alcoholic drinks because I was really craving a Big Wave, but it's ok since I they did have local coffee. The lady kindly served it in a to-go cup and off we went. Great little place with Hawaiian vibes and good food!

Friendly and welcoming staff. Relaxing setting. Seating toward the back of the restaurant offers…read morea tranquil setting. Great place for lunch with friends and family. My favorite place for lunch! Phone orders are quick and food is always ready by the time I get there for my pickup. Some of my favs: Pineapple-Cilantro Grilled Ini Fish Tacos. Poke Nachos and Bel's Burrito.

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Seating in the back garden area of South Kona Grindz is quite pleasant.

Manny's Kitchen

This place is freaking amazing. i love mannys kitchen so much it's amazing u should absolutely try…read morethe baja tacos and also their rice is amazing. horchata yummy

Muy delicioso! If you love your Mexican food, don't miss Manny's. They have a pretty extensive…read moremenu. It is very casual, ordering at the counter and then sitting outside in the beautiful sunshine or inside. Food and drinks are delivered to the table, and very quickly. The 3 taco plate was so, so, good. We tried a pulled pork, steak, and a chicken soft taco and they were all incredible. The meat was tender and flavorful and the tacos were huge! My husband enjoyed huevos rancheros with the addition of some chorizo. He was a very happy camper! His meal was also a really generous size, hot and yummy! Another plus is they have decent parking and a drive up window to pickup food at. Definitely eat here, you can't go wrong!

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Chicken tamales, fish tacos

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Terry L.

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3 years ago

During our first visit to Kona, my fiancé and I were pleasantly surprised to find Shaka Tacoz open late at night after a long day of touring the island. With limited food options in the area, we decided to give them a try and were not disappointed. We ordered several tacos with different meats, including carne asada, chicken, and pastor. The meats were incredibly juicy and packed with flavor, and the fresh garnishments on top made each bite a delight. As someone who comes from San Diego, I take Mexican food seriously, and I have to say that Shaka Tacoz was on par, if not better than some of the best Mexican food I've had back home. I can't wait to visit again whenever we're back on the island. Thank you, Shaka Tacoz, for a memorable dining experience! read more

Fxkn G.

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4 years ago

Would like to give a big thanks you again to Shaka taco truck bussines for the awsome tacos !! Never tasted such locally made tacos, the wait time was very quick great customer service beautiful location and view also wanna give a big thank you from me and my ohana to the female with the beautiful green eyes at the truck window she was really polite and her service was outstanding her food looked great and tasted awsome. Will be back before our vacay is over so we could grab lunch again. Thanks again Shaka Tacoz along with your awsome truck worker !Give you guys 6 star for awesome service and great food read more

Mario G.

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1 year ago

If you're visiting the Big Island, I highly recommend checking out this spot for some truly great, authentic food. The flavors are rich, the ingredients are fresh, and you can really taste the love and tradition in every bite. It's the kind of place that locals know and tourists are lucky to find. Whether you're craving something comforting or looking to try something new, this place won't disappoint. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal that captures the spirit of the island. Highly recommended! read more

James B.

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4 years ago

Big island gem! Hands down best tacos on the aina, nothing compares! The veggies are fresh, good protein options, and you have to add the mango hot sauce to give it that extra burst of flavor. It's broke da mouth, bang for your buck, action. Highly recommend for anyone craving tacos or just every day eats. read more

Wayne H.

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8 years ago

Stopped here after hiking up from Captain Cook's Monument...awesome! My wife had three fish tacos and had a fish taco, one Asada, and one chicken. Great flavors! They are a taco truck but they do have indoor seating and a gorgeous view from the outdoor seating area. read more

Maggie H.

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7 years ago

Awesome place to eat! I had the pork tacos, my son had the fish tacos and my other son and husband had the burritos. Great food! The sauce was yummy, the presentation was great, and the service was fast! The owner is very nice and very welcoming! Go check it out! read more

Hayley P.

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8 years ago

Shred town taco truck is so bomb! Beautiful view from the back patio to enjoy your taco/burrito/Cuban sandwich (which is awesome when they have it!!) wonderful friendly service very relaxed atmosphere. Can't speak highly enough about this spot! read more

Danny H.

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5 years ago

Divine. A fantastic medley of flavors carefully choreographed into a lovely fish taco! And the Mango Salsa!!!! A must do when in the area! We will be back. We sat outside and had a little dinner company. He liked the mango Salsa as well. read more

Merle U.

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7 years ago

Went for a late lunch today after seeing a post on Facebook. We ordered the fish tacos and steak salad. Both were beautifully presented and were delicious. Riley, the owner, was very friendly and we will definitely go there again. read more

Christian G.

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2 years ago

Don't eat here. Highway dust flies into the food truck all day long. Don't support this grimey business because the owner repeatedly mistreats his staff. read more