Ambiance 4/5 The first thing you see when you pull up in the parking 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.) read more

Shaka Tacoz - Fish taco trio - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

I came across Shaka Tacoz on a recommendation on r/VisitingHawaii, and the rec absolutely did not let 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! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Venison tacoz - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

We loved these! We tried the ono, pork and the venison. All were amazing. The service was great! We did pick these up from the truck at the marketplace just before closing and did have a few issues with our order being wrong and a few things forgotten so only thing is I'd confirm your order and double check before leaving. We would definitely go back! read more

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I enjoyed that tacos and burritos here. They are delicious! A must try for sure. I like that they provide a variety of salsas.

While visiting Heavenly Coffee farm, we noticed many of the workers listed Shaka Tacoz as their favorite spot. Parking is street parking only and was quite packed when we arrived. We found a spot across the way and froggered past the cars over. The tacos were good and we did them with crusty melted cheese on the inside of the tortilla. I normally prefer simpler street tacos but these hit the spot flavor wise. read more

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Wanted to try Shaka tacos based on recs from our tour guides. It was a food truck in the Ali'i garden marketplace. We ordered and they texted us when the food was ready which took about 15 minutes. Ordered the ono fish taco plate and a chick taco plate. Fish tacos were ok, kind of drug but had nice veggies inside and the mango chili sauce was sweet with a nice kick to it. The chicken taco was flavorful and we ordered the verde sauce with it which had nice flavor and some spice to it. But the chicken tacos were nothing too special. Maybe my tastes are skewed being from CA. read more

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I'm so glad we had a chance to stop by this spot before leaving the island. The ingredients were very fresh and the flavors of the sauces were incredible & complex. I got the ono cheesy tacos with the lava sauce and every bite hit! So yummyyy!! Service was also super quick and attentive, which we appreciated since we were limited on time. Definitely recommend! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Ono Tacos with lava sauce - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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We got fish tacos with sauces and ate them on a bench under a tree in the morning. It was so casual but so perfect. The tacos were fresh and very delicious, and sitting there in that setting almost made us feel like locals in Hawaii, even though we're not. Everything about it just felt right. If you're looking for simple, fresh, and truly delicious tacos, I definitely recommend this place. read more

Shaka Tacoz - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Food truck located by the Ali'i Garden Marketplace. Parking is in the lot, which can get full throughout the day. Free parking. Taco truck had a line already when we got there. The ono tacos x3 per order. The tacos were delicious! They had the perfect balance of flavors and texture. The fish also was well seasoned. Service was pretty quick. read more

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Got their burrito with steak and side of mango sauce, no cheese, no crema. Pretty good burrito, big chucks of steak in there. Steak lacks a bit of flavor and seasoning overall, but the cheese and crema might make up for it. The mango sauce is very sweet almost like a mango jam. We did not like it on our burrito, but if you like sweet jam + savory flavor combination, you may like it! read more

Best tacos in Kona! The taco truck is located in a little marketplace where you can wonder the shops while your food is being cooked. Service was quick - about 15 mins! We ordered the fish tacos and the steak tacos, both with the mango sauce. We loved both! The mango sauce just elevated all of the flavors. We considered going back for dinner as well they were so good! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

I love Shaka Tacoz! I had to eat there twice it was so delicious and interesting tasty sauces and the Mango sauce is so good! The service is fabulous! What I ordered was exactly what I requested and so close to where I stayed in Kona. The grilled fish tacos are the best I have ever had. Mahalo! If you are ever close to Ali Market place please check them out. read more

This food truck has delicious food, regardless of what you select. The service is friendly and the location is very convenient for our normal stay at Kona Isle. read more

The food was so delicious! We ordered the Birria Tacoz, Beef Tacoz, and their famous Fish Tacoz and all were a 10/10! Definitely recommend read more

Shaka Tacoz - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Definitely a must try! My husband and I both got the 3-taco combo and I got a chicken, steak, and carnitas tacos. We also got sides of the rice and beans, which we probably could have gone without if we had gotten more tacos. What I think makes these tacos better than your average taco is the cheese melted onto the tortilla and their pickled onions on top. I also love that they have different salsas to choose from, although it is an additional charge if you want to try multiple. You order inside at the counter, then pick up your food at the parked food truck outside once they text you that your order is ready. The downside to that set up was that we went during a rare torrential downpour of rain, so we did get pretty wet just trying to get our food. read more

Shaka Tacoz - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

The best tacos my girlfriend and I have had in our life and believe me we've eaten a ton of tacos all around the Caribbean, Mexico, and US. They were so good we drove back 52 minutes before we left Hawaii just to have them again. All of the meats and homemade sauces were exceptional. Must stop if visiting the big island. read more

Shaka Tacoz - Tacoz! - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Nice peeps with a good setup! Grab your spot in line, which moves fairly quickly, place your order, you will be texted when your grub is ready. Instead of being a captive waiting by the food truck, you can have a pleasant time wandering around and checking out the shops. I went with the Ono Burrito (which is my new favorite thing!). All of the ingredients are spread properly in the burrito so every bite has Ono, beans and some rice. Sometimes you just have to appreciate a well assembled burrito! You can add your mango chili hot sauce, but I used it sparingly because the Ono is good on its own. read more

Came at night and you really have to slow down to see if there are any stalls available since parking is limited. I parked down the road across the street at a baseball field then walked up. The cashier was very thorough in explaining the recommendations and really enthusiastic so it was reassuring, especially since I've never had deer meat. The venison burrito was surprisingly tasty with all the sauces and seasoning. The fish tacos were very good as well. They have a good amount of space and the back patio area is good to listen to the country wildlife. I like the home style recipes and flavor so I'll be back next time I visit big island Hawaii read more

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wow the ono fish tacos might be the best fish tacos i've ever had!! they have a lot of tables and seats in the area with different shops. we waited about 10 minutes for our tacos. the beef and chicken tacos were really good but the ono fish tacos were absolutely delicious!! we debated coming back towards the end of our trip to have them again, but for sure next time. i absolutely recommend!! read more

Shaka Tacoz - ono fish tacos (YUM) & beef and chicken tacos - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Located in a small outdoor area with a lot of retail and food shacks. While we waited for our order, we were able to walk around the various vendors. This spot was in my top two favorite spots during my stay here. It was a nice break from all the poke bowls. Ono fish tacos - the tortilla was super crispy as it was crisped with cheese. The cabbage added nice texture to the ono fish. The sauces and the mango sauce on the side added a nice sweetness and kick. Spicy pork tacos - the pork was very tender. Like the Ono fish, the protein didn't have a lot of flavor on its own so it replied on the sauces. read more

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Best tacos hands down. So so yummy we ended up getting more to go for later only thing missing as an option for a side is guacamole or avocado. read more

My husband and I shared: - Ono Fish Tacos - Carne Asada Quesadilla Both were very good, but the fish tacos were my favorite. I really loved the mango sauce on them. The portions were really big too. It does take a bit to get your food after ordering, so I loved looking around at the rest of the shops at the market. I'd happily come back again for more! read more

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When was there for our vacation family vacation stop by and yes five out of five the best tacos in Hawaii best tacos. I ever tasted it anywhere. That will be back when I'm back in Hawaii. Service was on point. It was clean nice view. read more

Absolutely delicious food! This food truck deserves all of the stars. They offer Mexican food with a Hawaiian twist, implementing local style in a balanced and delicious way. I ordered the carne asada quesadilla which was large and stuffed with lots of cheese and green peppers. It came with salsa verde and sour cream and a mango salsa on the side. Unfortunately, I'm allergic to mangoes so I wasn't able to try that one BUT the salsa verde was very good with a hint of heat (as someone who is from Arizona, I imagine my opinion weighs heavily for good salsa verde). My daughter even ate it which says a lot too -- she is very picky. My partner ordered a pork burrito and literally inhaled his food. We have a favorite Mexican fusion spot in Arizona and he said it was even better than that (this is somewhere we order from multiple times a week -- it's that good!) We ended up ordering more food after finishing our first order LOL if that doesn't tell you how onolicious it is, I don't know what will! Definitely stop by if you can. read more

Shaka Tacoz - Carne asada quesadilla - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

The food is amazing here. The ono fish tacos are great. We also ordered the chicken salad and the ono fish burrito. Everyone was extremely satisfied with their food. The mango salsa was sweet and spicy and the jerk salsa was very spicy but delicious. Would definitely come back here read more

Shaka Tacoz - Ono fish tacos - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Wow!!! My favorite fish taco!!! I absolutely recommend! Nice people, great view, good vibe and delicious! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Ono fish taco - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

LOCAL VENISON TACOS R U KIDDING SO DELIGHTFUL WOW :) Additionally, the lady taking our order was so kind! five star food truck for sure. Would absolutely recommend to anyone in the area! there's a bunch of cute little shops right by the food truck as well so while you're waiting for your food, you can look at local artist goods, souvenirs, clothes, jewelry!! read more

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I usually don't eat at the same place twice when I travel, but Shaka Tacos was the exception, we came back 3 times during our vacation! It's THAT GOOD! We tried both locations. I ordered the trio with steak, carnitas, and chorizo, and every single one was solid. My friend had the fish and birria and loved hers too. Another standout is the mango salsa, don't skip it, it makes everything even better. If they bottled it, I would've bought some and taken it home with me.The staff are very friendly and helpful. Fresh, flavorful, and consistently good. Definitely worth a stop (or a few). read more

Though this one is a truck-- it still held all the charm for Shaka Tacoz. The kids quesadillas are full size and come with sour cream. The burritos are all packed with goodness-- carne asada is our favorite. But the fish tacos are perfection. Def get the green and mango sauce-- next level flavor. The service was attentive and fast. The best part is that while you wait you get to go shop around--making the ambiance chill and laid back. read more

Wow! This definitely hit the fish taco craving hard! They were sooooo good! I think what made it was the localness of the fish and the sweet heat of the chili sauce it came with. The fish was just the right of crispy and the toppings were just right and not overwhelming. I could not recommend this place enough and can't wait to come back again! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Food truck - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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TL DR: The best fish tacos on the island/best fish tacos I've ever had, can be busy get here early if you have a big group, friendly service Elite Tip: Check in on Yelp for a free drink Food: Hands down without question the best fish tacos I've ever had. The fish is fresh, and cooked to perfection, the salsa complements the fish, and the ratios are literally perfect. Ambience: Perfect for date night, hanging out with friends, dinner after a long day of snorkeling. Can accommodate large groups. read more

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Greeted with friendly service and short wait time. We both ordered the fish tacos and a salad. I really loved the flavor of the Mango Chili sauce that I poured over my taco's. Both were very delicious and bursting with flavors. The portion sizes are ample. When in the are I will be a returning customer. Thank you for all that you do. read more

Order inside pick up outside from the food truck. Awesome food we shared the ono fish tacos and the birria tacos; sides of beans Excellent food, clean restaurant and hand painted skateboard worthy decorations Mahalo!! read more

I've been following this place since the day I knew we were going to go to Kona for our honeymoon. This place is legit for mexican tacos that are on a island! Down to the ice cold mexican coke to accompany your tacos. I had the steak and fish taco and my wife had the steak, chicken, and pork. with cheese tortilla and I had them with just regular tortilla. So much flavor packed into every bite and the green salsa was one of the best one I have ever had. You can't beat it. If you search up mexican food, this place is the only one that looks legit and they prove it. Plenty of tables around the little marketplace where the shack is located and staff is super friendly and happy to answer all your questions read more

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The Ono Fish Tacos are the best I've had anywhere, and fish tacos are my go-to choice whenever they're fresh. 10/10!

Fabulous unassuming food truck that we tried because of the reviews from other Yelpers. What a find! We ordered the Ono Fish Tacoz and regular Tacoz with Chicken along with the mango (or was it guava) ginger sauce. So delicious! Some modest tables in the courtyard of this little shopping area. We were told the wait to get the food would be about 15 minutes and that was accurate. Friendly service. Totally worth the wait! read more

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Ali'i drive stopped at a small market area to eat fish tacos (Shaka tacos). Love the fish tacos and a burger. the fish tacos were great, burger was ok. read more

Tacos were great! Carne asada was my favorite, ono came in close second (and I don't like fish - it didn't taste like fish at all). Caught the gecko thief and enjoyed the ambiance read more

Shaka Tacoz - Chips and salsa, 3 tacos platter... YUM! - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Great food truck tacos! We ordered the ono fish taco plate and the birria pork tacos. Both were delicious! read more

Shaka Tacoz - Ono fish tacos (3) - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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Great tacos and sauces. Had the fish, pork, chicken and carne asada tacos. And I would do it again! Ordered online and the food was ready on time. I appreciated the message to let me know my food was ready. You gotta try Shaka Tacoz. read more

Shaka Tacoz - Ono tacos - Tacos Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii