Not sure I get the hype. We got the shrimp scampi. I felt like it kinda lacked flavor. Something…read morethere but not strong or particularly interesting. The shell is on but cut open so up to you if you want to eat the shell. I appreciated that they had covered outdoor seating though since it was raining.

Giovanni's was one of those OG North Shore stops I wanted to try because it felt so iconic. The…read moretruck covered in signatures, the picnic tables, the garlic in the air, all of it. I ordered the shrimp scampi and this was also the first time in my life I had ever peeled shrimp. There is apparently a science to it. First, you lick off all that butter and garlic from the shell. Then you peel the shrimp. Much better system. The shrimp were garlicky, buttery, messy, and completely worth the effort. I ate all 12. It came with two scoops of rice, which was more than I needed, so one scoop went to the chickens, zebra doves and magpies hanging around the tables. They were very happy with that arrangement. Feed them on the side not in the shed, otherwise... I also signed the truck wall, because once you are there, you kind of have to. Not fancy, not polished, also Not Cheap but still a very fun North Shore food stop. And I would eat those 12 shrimp again

Where can you get freshly cooked breakfasts for $5 in this day and age ordered and prepared with a…read moresmile. Clean picnic tables to eat in front of the food truck. Thanks for researching on Yelp and treating us for breakfast Doc

The food here is very good. The boneless kalbi has been my go to. It's very tender and flavorful…read moreand is premade so it's gonna be the shortest wait. They have the best Mac salad with a lot of smoked paprika, it just sucks that they put such a small scoop. Unfortunately the rice I got today was just a touch dry/undercooked. The plates are good but $20 is right on the border of being worth it - I would feel a lot better paying that if the rice was better and they gave more Mac salad. There's other great options nearby for a few dollars cheaper. Also, they used to have blackened fish that was fire. They got rid of that for furikake salmon.

the best chicken I have ever had and amazing customer service and fire personality and great banana…read morebread

I wouldn't say it's hidden but it's kinda hidden since it's a little bit away from all the food…read moretrucks. It's on the way to the small museum that is in the area with the car that's painted. Very nice people & it smells and tastes amazing. Only downside is my plate had a lot of bones, which i would've preferred the bones to be meat instead. Chicken plate 4/5 wish there was less bones more meat Spam Musubi 3/5 nothing unique about it, just a simple spam Musubi, the rice to spam ratio could be worked on though.

Unfortunately, the Lobster Corn Dog was a major disappointment. There was very little lobster…read morefilling, making it feel overpriced and not at all what we expected. Another drawback is that this vendor is cash only, which can be inconvenient if you're not prepared. With so many great food trucks and dining options in the area, this one simply didn't stand out. We were drawn in by the sign and the concept, but the experience didn't live up to the hype. I'd recommend spending your hard-earned money elsewhere and exploring some of the many better options nearby.

Stopped in for some late lunch and lobster for dog caught my eye... so I had to try it! It's more…read moreof a sweet corn batter and it actually has a waffle texture to the outside of it. The inside had lots of lobster meat and was actually a really yummy flavor profile! We devoured it! Nice folks who run the truck and the area around was clean and well maintained.

The good: Service was friendly and quick…read more The ok: Corn was a little dry and overdone. Also, I was hoping for Kahuku grown corn, but it looked like regular corn. I could be wrong about the corn they used, but I had have had better. It wasn't terrible, just serviceable. The bad: They tipped themselves with my credit card without my knowledge. They stated a total, I paid with tap. They said thank you and said it would be 7-8 minutes and so then I walked away. Initial charge showed what they stated but then I see that another 15% was added a day later. I take responsibility that I didn't stick around for the tip screen but I honestly thought our transaction was over after I tapped. I totally would have tipped as I always do but I wasn't asked as they let me walk away. They also could have just asked me verbally for a tip when I came back to pick up my order rather than take it from me. It was only a few bucks but it's the principle; you shouldn't just take from a customer without their knowledge or permission.

Stopped by on the way to Turtle Bay and had a Kahuku-style corn that was so good that on the way…read morehome we got a Southwest-style traditional elote that had the best balance of any elote on the island: juicy, creamy, savory, and spicy! 11/10

This place had great, flavorful and creatively large eggrolls. They split it in half (long ways)…read moreand stuff it with your choice of prepared meat. My husband and I had the jerk chicken one and it was full of flavor! It had just the right amount of deep fried crunch on the outside and spicy jerk flavor. Now it wasn't as spicy as the traditional Jamaican Jerk for my spice lovers, but definitely still packing with flavor. We also got the peach mango rub fries! You heard right, a peach mango rub (made from scratch by Chef D, the owner ) that one would typically put on a slow roasted or smoked meat was thrown on some hot crispy fries with a barbecue drizzle sauce.... Mm mm good . Speaking of the owner, he was serving with his daughter, and their "up" spirits and welcoming smiles created a fun but family atmosphere... great ambiance! Chef D told us his story and how they got there in Hawaii. But most of all his passion for food was very evident. Between the excellent food, service and ambiance this place was a great, unique experience

PLEASE go here to enjoy some of the best bites on the island, this was my favorite meal while…read morevisiting. No exaggeration, I wish I would have come every day during my stay. The chef is from Philly and not only is his food rich in flavor, he's rich because he got the family there with him, and they provide the best service and amazing vibes. I could have easily chatted with them all day, they are super cool, creating a very welcoming ambience. I enjoyed the jerk chicken and Philly cheesesteak egg rolls, and be warned, they are HUGE, great portions, easy to share, because he splits them in half. Both were a 10/10, I would have them again! Philly was out of this world good! The filling of these egg rolls taste delicious and gourmet, you can absolutely tell in every single bite the thought, intention, and time it took to prepare these unique flavors! Washed it down with a refreshing guava lemonade. :) You will not regret stopping here, and probably will be back for more. Mahalo!

My Chirashi was amaizing, the fish was very fresh, it's a must if you go to Kahuku. I have to go…read moreback for a surf and turf My friend had a buddah bowl with seared ahi, healthy and delicious! Very recommended

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.

Truly a hidden (but not so hidden) gem!…read more We randomly stopped by this place on our journey of exploring the North Shore. Upon a quick search, some people said they prefer this spot over another popular shrimp truck. Happy to say it was one of the highlights of our trip! The staff was very friendly and helpful. After ordering though a window, you wait for your number to be called and pick up the food. There are plenty of seatings around. We got the famous butter garlic shrimps and the salt and pepper shrimps plates. Both were delicious with great shrimp texture and freshness; however, we both agree salt and pepper shrimps are heavily underrated. Another bonus point is that the shells on the salt and pepper shrimps had a slight crunchy texture so I did not have to peel them. So happy to have found them!

Tanaka Shrimp in Kahuku was a last‑minute stop after seeing the positive online reviews. We ordered…read morethe butter garlic shrimp at $18 each, and the plates came out within about ten minutes. I missed the chance to take a photo, but the sautéed garlic was served over both the rice and the shrimp. Unfortunately, the overall flavor was flat, and the shrimp itself was a bit rubbery and needed more seasoning. My niece tried the spicy garlic shrimp, and the rice ended up being spicier than the shrimp. Tanaka seems to have steady traffic from tour groups, with visitors coming and going throughout the day. If you're a fan of Romy's, you may leave disappointed.

The smoothie was amazing--probably one of the best things we had on our trip! Super fresh,…read moreflavorful, and just really good. The service was just okay. When we ordered, they asked if we wanted it in a pineapple, but we had to ask if it cost extra--turns out it does. Would've been nice if they were upfront about that from the start. That said, I'd still go back in a heartbeat just for that smoothie!

This shop is shut down and not operating. We showed up today and there was nothing but torn down…read moretruck.

You must eat here!!! The food is banging. We enjoyed this…read morelittle spot so much. Everything was awesome especially the cornbread. The staff were very friendly. Everything is homemade and cooked to order. We had the Mac & cheese and collared greens, they were outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant.

The most amazing Southern Food you can get in Hawaii. The food was so delish and savory! And the…read morecornbread! So yumm! Our waiter Shaida was amazing and very friendly. We were a big party of 5 so we sat outside/outdoor. It was the perfect lighting and atmosphere. Be prepared for a long wait. The food is made once you order. We knew this before coming so we expected it. Highly recommend this place!