The Thai & Smoothie Place
About
A Refreshing Stop in Upcountry Waimea
When the mist rolls over the lush green pastures of the Big Island, finding a warm, aromatic bowl of curry feels like a local secret. The Thai & Smoothie Place brings a bright, equatorial zest to Waimea, serving as a reliable pit stop for those navigating the town's cooler, high-altitude climate. The interior is unpretentious and functional, focusing entirely on the quick delivery of bold, herbaceous Thai staples.
Fresh Flavors for Mountain Travelers
The menu leans heavily into classic comfort, with fragrant Pad Thai and fiery Green Curry that hits the palate with a sharp kick of galangal and lime leaf. What distinguishes this spot from other local dining options is the namesake smoothie bar. After a morning hike or a drive through the Kohala hills, the blended tropical fruit drinks—often highlighting local papaya, pineapple, or lilikoi—provide a crisp contrast to the savory, umami-rich lunch dishes.
The Local Experience
Expect a casual, counter-service environment that caters to the local workforce and hungry visitors alike. The acoustics can get a bit energetic during the lunch rush, and while the parking lot shared with neighboring shops is convenient, it can get snug when the town is bustling. It is the kind of place where you come for the efficiency of the service and stay for the consistency of the heat levels in the spicy stir-fries. Whether you are looking for a quick bite before heading down to the coast or just need a cold, refreshing pick-me-up in the heart of Waimea, this spot balances the convenience of a smoothie shack with the depth of a traditional kitchen.
Amenities & Features
Location
9640 Kaumualii Hwy, Waimea, Hawaii, 96796
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Showing 7 of 5 community reviewsRafael F. (Lion77)Google Maps
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Mango Sticky Rice 10$ Curry 17$ (+2$ extra for Shrimp) It's doesn't worth. It's Food to go on the street. You must stay in a line for 10 - 15 Minutes. For the food we must wait again over 30minutes!! Then they forgot one maincourse from two. 🤬🤬🤬 The rice from the mango Sticky Rice was overcooked, the Rice from the Currybowl was undercooked. The vegetable was too hard. Our busdriver gives us extra time for looking around, but we can't. Over 40 minutes waiting for food. Never again!
Krzysztof GGoogle Maps
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Tasty smoothie, good Pad-hai. We’ve ordered: - Pad Thai ($18) + shrimp ($3): tasty but should be a little more spicy in my opinion. - smoothie ($9): perfect!👌
Paolo TolosaGoogle Maps
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Oh man that hit the spot. My wife and I just came back from Waimea Canyon and needed a fresh smoothie. Accidentally ran into this place while driving by, glad we stopped and parked. We got Mango/Pineapple/Passion fruit and Mango/Papaya/Pineapple...and it was delicious.
Rachel HGoogle Maps
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Bought the pinacolada smoothie and some other dishes, including the fried rice which was really good. The pinacolada smoothie made mine and person I was sharing the drinks with throat really sore and painful for a while (not too sure why, maybe bc of the pineapple)
Saint John MurrayGoogle Maps
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Ok, I’m from Monterey Park, CA. Stopped here for shaved ice and fruit smoothies for the kids, . All the kids said it was good. But then... I ordered the Pad See Ew with chicken to try but all the kids ate my food. So I ordered a 2nd plate. I love the rice noodle in place of egg noodle. I highly recommend it! Great place, great food, nice people! Mahalo
David Hale SmithGoogle Maps
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Very friendly folks and good food. Good option for when the line at the taco place across the street is too long to wait in. The sticky rice with mango was super sweet. Papaya salad with shrimp is a good value. They will crack your coconut for an extra dollar.
Veronica YoungGoogle Maps
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This place was awesome! I had the yellow curry with tofu and it was AMAZING! The people working there were friendly, polite, and gave good recommendations on things to try. If you're looking for a chain resturant, don't come here; the Thai and smoothie place is delicious home cooked food. The portions were good sized as well.
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