




Kahuku Grill
About
A Taste of North Shore Tradition
Located in the heart of Kahuku, this roadside staple captures the essence of Hawaii’s North Shore. Stepping up to the counter, you are met with the intoxicating aroma of sizzling butter and fresh garlic—the signature scent of their famous garlic shrimp. It is a no-frills, open-air setup where the focus remains entirely on the plate rather than the decor.
What to Expect
The menu leans heavily into local comfort food. Beyond the legendary garlic shrimp, the Kahuku Grill is widely recognized for its teriyaki steak plates and massive, juicy burgers that are practically impossible to eat without making a mess. If you are looking for a refined dining room, look elsewhere; here, you grab your tray and find a spot at a picnic table to watch the local surf traffic roll by.
Local Insights
The service is efficient, though be prepared for a bit of a wait during peak lunch hours when the post-surf crowd rolls in from nearby breaks. Parking can get tight in the shared lot, so keep an eye out for spaces turning over. It is the kind of place where you leave with sticky fingers, a full stomach, and the distinct feeling that you have finally found the real Kahuku. Perfect for families, hungry travelers coming down from the Banzai Pipeline, or anyone craving an unpretentious, savory meal in the iconic shrimp-farming region of Oahu.
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Amenities & Features
Location
56-565 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, Hawaii, 96731-2202
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Reviews
Showing 10 of 544 community reviewsNicole KonakchiyskaGoogle Maps
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Some places serve great food, but a few make you feel something. That is exactly how I felt at Seven Brothers. The Shem Burger is honestly the best burger I have had since I was a kid. I cannot fully explain it, but it tastes like home, like family, like something real. If you ever visit the North Shore, this is an absolute must. Not just for the food, but for the feeling that comes with it.❤️
Andrew MGoogle Maps
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Visiting from the Uk and had heard this place was amazing. Was not disappointed. Dare I say this was probably the best burger I’ve EVER had! I had the Max double and I never wanted it to end! The home fries were different but equally as lovely. Hoping to squeeze another in before I leave Hawaii
Brett R. BrownGoogle Maps
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The coco and macnut shrimp are fire. I got the combo, so I had the garlic shrimp too but the coco was my favorite. It is a chill atmosphere with open air seating. Some outside and some inside but no doors on the inside part and wild chickens join you for a meal. It is counter service.
Samantha KimGoogle Maps
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Everything was delicious. The burgers and the chips were both great. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was really nice. I would definitely come back if I visit Hawaii again.
Megan WilliamsGoogle Maps
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This was our favorite dining experience while visiting Hawaii. These burgers and fries were amazing! We all got milk shakes as well and they were also one of our favorite things. The staff was nice and spent time going around tables to talk with costumers to hear about their experience. I wish we would have had time to visit this place again. Luckily they are building locations on the mainland and we can hopefully hit one of those up in the future.
Boyd KirkGoogle Maps
Recently
Quick service after we ordered and delivered to our table. The coconut and garlic shrimp plate was delicious. The chicken sandwich was tasty along with the burger. They have a magnificent sauce on them. Can't wait to be back.
Wyatt ErnstGoogle Maps
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My only complaint is I was too full of lunch from here to enjoy my dinner later that night. 😅 Honestly the food here was really good. I would eat here all the time if I had the ability to control how much of it I eat each time.
t boneGoogle Maps
Recently
Living in Utah we were familiar with 7Brothers. Visiting our daughter going to school in Laie we thought we’d try out the OG location. So glad we stopped in Kahuku for the best experience of our trip. The food was great, as expected. But the service, the love and big scoop of Aloha spirit was well beyond expectation. Kaleb, the manager visited our table and within minutes we felt at home. . He made us feel so welcome and even chased us down in the parking lot to introduce me to someone from the kitchen before we left. It didn’t feel like a manager working the tables. It felt like I’d made a new friend. Came for the food. But I’ll be back for the people. Big fat Mahalo to Kaleb and crew. Also a shout out to Malia in the bakery for showing us the banana bread and ice cream combo!
Jared HoffpauirGoogle Maps
Recently
This is a must have when visiting Oahu!!! The atmosphere is total beach vibes and the food is 100% every time we order!!! The Coconut Macadamia Nut Shrimp is a staple and you can’t go wrong with any of the other items on the menu!!! Try it all!!!
Kassie PurpuraGoogle Maps
Recently
Omg so so yummy!!! Burger, coconut shrimp and fries were all amazing. As blah as fries CAN be and most places to think to put any effort into fries….these were next level delicious. Not your everyday fry.
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