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Two North Shore Locations

Kailua

Fresh Tacos Near Kailua, Hawaii

30-minute scenic Windward Coast drive to Hau'ula

Sound Familiar?

Tired of Generic Beach Food?

Frozen Fish, No Flavor

Most spots near the beach serve frozen seafood with generic seasoning. You came to Hawaii for fresh, local flavors.

Long Waits, Short on Time

You just spent the morning surfing or snorkeling and you're starving. The last thing you want is a long wait for food.

Same Old Tourist Traps

Overpriced, underwhelming food that locals avoid. You want the spot where both tourists and locals actually eat.

How It Works

How to Get Your Tacos

1

Pick Your Spot

From Kailua, visit our Hau'ula restaurant or Shark's Cove food truck on the North Shore.

2

Choose Your Favorites

Order in person, call ahead, or order online. Pick from fresh fish, shrimp, steak, chicken, sweet pork, or vegetarian.

3

Enjoy Fresh, Made-to-Order Food

Every order is prepared fresh with daily-caught fish and from-scratch ingredients. Taste why we're Hawaii's #1.

Make the Drive to the North Shore

Every taco starts with fish caught that morning by local fishermen. No frozen fish, no shortcuts.

Why Choose Us

Why Locals and Visitors Choose North Shore Tacos

Fresh-Caught Daily

Local fish delivered daily from Oahu fishermen. Never frozen, always fresh.

Made From Scratch

Salsas, beans, meats, and our famous Surf Sauce, all made fresh in-house daily.

Hawaiian-Baja Fusion

Traditional Baja-style meets island flavors. Pineapple salsa, mahi-mahi, and aloha spirit.

#1 in Hawaii

Sunset Magazine's #1 Fish Tacos in Hawaii. 16+ years serving the North Shore.

Reviews

What Taco Lovers Say

"The fish tacos here are hands down the best I've had in Hawaii. The fish was so fresh and the Surf Sauce is amazing. We stopped here after snorkeling at Shark's Cove and it was the perfect post-swim meal."

- Mike T.

"We drive from Honolulu just for the Surfin' Tacos. Everything is made fresh and you can taste the difference. The pineapple salsa is incredible and the portions are generous."

- Keala S.

"Best food truck stop on the North Shore circuit. The shrimp tacos are incredible and the Lilikoi Margarita is the perfect way to cool down after a surf session. Love this place!"

- Brandon K.

Fresh Fish Tacos for Kailua Residents

From Kailua and Lanikai, our Hau'ula restaurant is about 30 minutes north along Kamehameha Highway (Hwy 83), following one of Oahu's most stunning coastal drives. The route passes through Kaneohe, Kahaluu, and Ka'a'awa, with ocean views and the Ko'olau Mountains the entire way.

Beachgoers who spent the morning at Kailua Beach Park or kayaking to the Mokulua Islands extend their windward adventure with a drive up the coast for fresh fish tacos. Enchanted Lake families and Waimanalo residents make it a regular outing.

Our Shark's Cove food truck is also reachable from Kailua, though it's a longer route around the island. For Kailua residents, Hau'ula is the quicker, more scenic choice.

Visit Us

30-minute scenic Windward Coast drive to Hau'ula

Hau'ula Restaurant

54-296 Kamehameha Hwy, Hau'ula, HI 96717

(808) 293-4440
Get Directions Order Online

View Our Menu

Fresh fish tacos, burritos, nachos, and tropical drinks - all made from scratch.

Areas Near Kailua

KailuaEnchanted LakeLanikaiWaimanalo
FAQ

Getting to North Shore Tacos from Kailua

How do I get to North Shore Tacos from Kailua?
Take Kamehameha Highway (Hwy 83) north along the Windward Coast. Our Hau'ula restaurant is about 30 minutes from Kailua, and the ocean views along the way are stunning.
Which North Shore Tacos location is easier to reach from Kailua?
Our Hau'ula restaurant is closest for Kailua residents, about 30 minutes up the Windward Coast. The Shark's Cove food truck is further north (about 50 minutes) but great if you're heading to Haleiwa for the day.

Come Taste the North Shore Difference

Fresh-caught fish, made-from-scratch recipes, and genuine aloha spirit. Visit us on the North Shore today.