Waiahole Poi factory

I didn’t expect to pay $16ish for 16oz of squid luau that give me less than 5 very tiny chunks of squid with full bowl taro leave coconut cream kinda sauce. I definitely feel like being robbed buying that. But other stuff is alright, still, the portion is considerably small compared to what you pay for. The pork is ok and the ice cream with tapioca is pretty good

Delicious, traditional Hawaiian fare at an historic and modest take-out restaurant and adjoining store. Affordable prices and generous portions. There are a few picnic tables available, but on the mid-afternoon Saturday in April when we visited the tables were full. Signage on the wall offers information about nearby beach parks with picnic tables. I had the Kalua Pig plate with poi, lomi salmon, and haupia, and the slow cooked, smoky, shredded pork was the best I've had in Oahu. They have a gluten-free menu with many options that are safe for persons with Celiac.

Saw this place recommended on social media. We got Kanaka Nui, Kalua pig bowl and mamaki tea (unsweetened). In agreement with other reviewers, I found the food to be astoundingly unremarkable (both in appearance and taste). It’s not unpalatable but just very bland. The tea was pretty dilute. For the price, you can do a lot better. This was not a meal to remember. The ice cream was the only item worth purchasing on this visit. We got the sweet lady Tahitian. I would recommend both.

Small parking lot but just wait around and a spot will come. Great vibes, good energy, good food, and dessert. Came here after visiting Kualoa Ranch.

Not bad! Just everything lacked flavor. Poi was very watery. Their mochi desserts though are the best! Love the atmosphere being an outdoor cafe like. But no shelter, so if the rain comes you best be prepared to pack up and get into your car. The only dish I would recommend is the noodle soup. That was good and the glass noodles were also great.

Super authentic and delicious Hawaiian food. Poi was fresh and perfect (although wish it was room temperature). Lau lau had lots of leaves and meat. Kalua pig and lomi salmon were good (try mixing them together). Haupia (coconut jello) was super creamy and not too sweet. Will definitely be back.

Waiahole Poi Factory, a local favorite and hidden gem, was a must-visit during our O'ahu trip. There was a small parking lot, but you could also park on the side of the street. When we arrived, the line was long. Despite the long line, it moved quickly, highlighing its popularity among locals and tourists. All food is ordered to-go, but there are a few tables and chairs to dine on-site. The restaurant's no-frills atmosphere belies its cleanliness and efficient internal system, with all doors and windows open for full transparency. When it was our turn to order, the helpful cashier went over the menu with us and emphasized his favorite items. We opted for the Beef Lu'au plate with rice and lomi salmon, along with a side of chicken long rice, a mochi dessert, and the sweet Mamaki tea. Since the restaurant was crowded, we decided to eat our food in the car. The flavors were rich and authentic. It was our first time trying Beef Lu'au. While the taste was different, it was surprisingly enjoyable. The rice perfectly balanced the flavors. I particularly enjoyed the lomi salmon, and this was our favorite chicken long rice during our stay in O'ahu. My husband also loved the mochi dessert, though I wasn't a fan of the texture, the flavors were tasty. This is the original location, so if you're in the area or looking to try some authentic Hawaiian food, I highly recommend trying this place!

This was an experience. Never had food like this before but i am always happy to try new things. It was different, but it was good! Seemed like a very healthy meal! We ordered a Squid Luau plate and a chicken bowl. Both were great, the ice cream that the plate came with was amazing! Id be giving this place a 5 star rating most days, but the day we went they were out of Poi at 11am and thats what i really wanted to try. If you’re interested in something different, this is your place.