Here’s our list of food trucks, grab & go markets, and food courts throughout Waikīkī. They are great options when you are looking for an affordable meal or quick bite. All of them are located within Waikīkī, along a 1.5 mile stretch on Kalākaua and Kūhiō Avenues. These locations offer a variety of popular eateries that are enjoyed by tourists and locals.
Waikīkī food trucks and food halls
Peruse the list below or use our Google Map at the end of the list.
(Listed roughly northwest to southeast)
7-Eleven Hawaiʻi. If you are a visitor, don’t be dissuaded from visiting a 7-Eleven store for a bite to eat. Like a lot of things Hawaiian, we do it better here, especially when it comes to food.
- 7-Eleven, 1901 Kalākaua Ave
- 7-Eleven, 1922 Kalākaua Ave
Food truck park, 1944 Kalākaua Ave (at Niu St). There are a wide variety of trucks here from burgers to shrimp and ethnic cuisines.
Island Country Market, Ritz Carlton, 383 Kalaimoku St (on Kūhiō Ave at Launiu St). The deli will prepare your order for breakfast, sandwiches, burgers, and Hawaiian-styles plates. There is also a grab & go selection of heat-n-eat entrées, plus sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Finally, Island Coffee has lattes, tea, gelato, bakery items, and more.
Pāʻina Lānai food court, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2233 Kalākaua Ave, Building B, 2nd floor. One of two food halls in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center with plenty of choices and covered seating in the open-air court.
Waikiki Food Hall, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2301 Kalākaua Ave, Building C, 3rd floor. The second and slightly smaller food hall in the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center with a nice variety to please many tastes.
STIX Asia Food Hall, Waikiki Shopping Plaza, 2250 Kalākaua Ave, lower level. Authentic cuisine from various Asian countries such as Japan, Taiwan, China, Korea, and Singapore. Beer and cocktails, too.
Royal Hawaiian Dining Plaza, 2239 Waikolu Way (between Seaside and Royal Hawaiian Aves). One of the gems here is Desi’s Indian Curry—some of the best you will find anywhere.
Waikolu Way Royal Hawaiian Dining Plaza (enter from Seaside or Royal Hawaiian Avenues) – 2023 photo by Carole Cancler
Dukeʻs Lane Market & Eatery, 2255 Kūhiō Ave. Owned by the same company as Island Country Market above. The Duke’s location is larger and offers more of everything (deli items, grab & go, coffee, tea, bakery, gelato), plus roasted chicken and made-to-order flatbreads.
Marukame Udon Waikīkī, 2310 Kūhiō Ave. A chain out of Japan that makes big, fat udon noodles fresh everyday—you can watch the noodle chef through the window. Udon, rice dishes, tempura, and salads. Hint: order on their app and go pick it up at the window to take home and avoid the looooong line that forms outside the shop every evening.
Kuhio Ave Food Hall at International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave (enter on Kūhiō Ave). A variety of eateries and a cocktail bar with common area seating and big screens throughout.
Mitsuwa Marketplace, International Market Place, 2330 Kalākaua Ave, 2nd floor. A Japanese grocery with locations across the country. Grab & go sushi and bento and sit-down eateries. Fresh produce,
Waikiki Market, 2380 Kuhio Avenue, 2nd Floor. Across from International Market Place. Full service grocery including grab & go and made-to-order items.
Food trucks on Uluniu Ave at Prince Edward St. A couple of eateries here with outdoor seating.
Food stands on Kūhiō Ave at Kapuni St. Semi-permanent food stands with outdoor seating.
- Blue Ocean Seafood & Steak, 2449 Kūhiō Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Five Star Poke, 206 Kapuni St, Honolulu, HI 96815
- Angry Shrimp, 208 Kapuni St, Honolulu, HI 96815
Food trucks on Cartwright Road, between at Paoakalani and Kapahulu Avenue. A variety of food trucks along Cartwright—don’t miss the popular spot at the far end just off Kapahulu.
Food trucks on Cartwright Road, between at Paoakalani and Kapahulu Avenues – 2023 photo by Carole Cancler
Or use this link to our Google Map of Waikīkī food trucks and food halls.
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