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Overall Total Score
4.7 out of 5
Outstanding | 3533 reviews

What Paul L David doesn't like about Pono Market:
It may seem a good price but you have to pay for add ons like furikake, sauce, no napkins, no retroom, no table, overall no good service no good value, and they prompt for tip. No thanks. View all feedback. What Samantha Hassler likes about Pono Market:
Go-to early a.m stop for musubi, rice rolls and/or poke for breakfast before my hikes. Staff is friendly and pricing is good. Tried to eat cheap for breakfast lunch and this was a staple (along with fruit stands) View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 50 reviews
Emma
21.09.2024 - 05:11

This is a must-go for us whenever we are in Kauai! We've tried everything and there is nothing we didn't like! My favorites are pork lau lau and ginger chicken.

daniel
21.09.2024 - 05:11

After being recommended by several locals, I decided to give this place a try and I was not disappointed. The food was amazing and the staff was so friendly and...

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Michelle
21.09.2024 - 05:11

Small business selling fresh seafood, along with sweet treats like cookies.

Todd
21.09.2024 - 05:11

We stopped here for poke on our way to the airport. It was 1:30pm and the lunch rush patrons had picked over the supply, but it was still wonderful.

Corey
21.09.2024 - 05:11

The best place I've found for real local food, an ABSOLUTE MUST VISIT. Go early!

Pono Market in Kauai is a hidden gem serving up the best Hawaiian food on the island. From shrimp tempura sushi to Kalua pork and cabbage, their menu is packed with delicious options that will leave you wanting more. The mac salad and poke are favorites among customers, who have been returning to this family-owned business since 2006. The ice cream selection is also worth a try, with unique flavors like haupia and mudslide. If you're looking for an authentic Hawaiian dining experience, Pono Market is the place to be. With friendly service and top-notch dishes, this spot is a must-visit for foodies in Kauai.

Menu
5.0 ★ from 11 reviews
Marlen
04.08.2021 - 13:17

Very traditional Hawaiian cuisine, the Pork Lau, it is so delicious and tasty. Anyway, it'll be back.

Aimé
19.04.2023 - 10:44

Delicious! Simple and delicious with no extras needed. I had the kimchi ahi and it was fantastic!

Sidney
19.04.2023 - 10:44

Best plate lunch on Kauai! Return customer to Pono Market since 2006. Super friendly, family-owned business with delicious Hawaiian options. The fried chicken,...

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Bernard
19.04.2023 - 10:44

This place is excellent if you are looking for authentic Hawaiian food. It was my fav place on the island and I just thought everything was fantastic. I dropped...

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Terrance
16.08.2018 - 12:05

We had the best food in all Kauai. We have the shrimp tempura sushi, teriyaki beef masubi, poke, beef curry, Kalua pork and cabbage, and lomi lomi. Everything w...

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Restaurantji
4.7 ★ from 468 reviews
Marijke
05.10.2024 - 13:46

Pono Market offers authentic Hawaiian cuisine at affordable prices. We were recommended by two employees from a neighboring bicycle rental shop for their "local...

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RV75
05.10.2024 - 13:46

The poke bowl was tasty and definitely met expectations. However, I was disappointed that they didn't have sesame topping when I went there late.

william
05.10.2024 - 13:46

Great for take out food

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