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Low and Slow in the Heart of Kaneohe
If you are cruising through the Windward side and catch the scent of hickory smoke drifting near the lush Koʻolau mountains, you have likely stumbled upon Hawaiian Holy Smokes. This isn't your typical sit-down dinner spot; it is a dedicated barbecue operation that captures the essence of Hawaii's growing obsession with authentic, wood-fired meats.
The Meat-Centric Craft
The magic happens in the smoker, where local passion meets traditional pitmaster techniques. You will find brisket that pulls apart with the slightest nudge of a fork and ribs that carry a distinct, mahogany bark. They focus heavily on quality cuts, often selling out before the afternoon is up, so arriving early is the best way to secure your tray. The sides are just as punchy, featuring elevated versions of local comfort food favorites that balance the richness of the meat.
A Local Windward Vibe
Expect a casual, open-air atmosphere where the focus is entirely on the food. It’s the kind of place where you grab a paper tray, find a picnic-style seat, and enjoy the cooling trade winds. Be prepared for a bit of a line during the lunch rush—it is a community favorite for a reason. While parking in this pocket of Kaneohe can be a tight squeeze, the flavor profile of their signature dry rubs and house-made sauces makes navigating the lot well worth the effort. Whether you are a local resident looking for a weekend feast or a visitor winding down from a hike at the nearby Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden, this is the go-to destination for serious barbecue enthusiasts on the island.
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46-012 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, Hawaii, 96744
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Showing 3 of 31 community reviewsCraig BoureGoogle Maps
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Visited from Boston mass, and was curious about thc-a. Blown away. Prices are exceptionally fair. Take the Uber from Waikiki and stock up. All thc-a in Waikiki is dirt they sold us in highschool for 20 a g lmao. Im telling you this is the spot 🔥 …
Jeff TGoogle Maps
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The minute you walk inside can feel the aloha, all products are displayed nicely and organized, great customer service by braddah squach, much mahaloz 🤙next time I'll bring small kine portion of panipopo 😁 …
Kama GundersonGoogle Maps
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Don't go here. Go pipeline instead. Last time I was there I bought a puffco peak pro atomizer. The sales guy told me - yeah guarantee that's for the pro. So it was boxed up and I bought it. Went out to my truck and opened it it was the wrong one. I went back in to return it and the same guy was like - that's the one ... peak pro. I said no its not and showed him the one I needed online. It's it a twist quick connect that I need and this that i just bought was clearly threaded. Anyone that knows about this product can clearly see the difference (Staff lacks knowledge). He kept looking at the one online and acted like he didn't believe me. Anyway I returned it for a refund - or so I thought. Fast forward a couple days - i check my bank transactions - and no refund. Only the 50 dollar charge. Well they never gave me a receipt in the first place, and when I called they informed me that nothing could be done without a receipt. So I'm out 50 bucks. My mistake for not getting a receipt. My mistake for shopping here. 2nd time something like this happened. Horrible store. Horrible owners. Pity for such a spot that acts like there all about good vibes. DONT SHOP HERE. GO TO PIPELINE.
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