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Shaka Tacoz

Shaka Tacoz

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Hours
Sun
11:00 - 20:00
Mon
11:00 - 20:00
Tue
11:00 - 20:00
Wed
11:00 - 20:00
Thu
11:00 - 20:00
Fri
11:00 - 20:00
Sat
11:00 - 20:00
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Ratings and reviews
5.0
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Travellers' Choice Best of the Best 2024

RATINGS
Food
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.1 of 5 bubbles
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CUISINES
Mexican
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
Does this restaurant allow dogs or considered pet friendly?
About
Located on Hawai’i Island, 10 miles south of Kailua-Kona and right on Mamalahoa Highway in the small town of Captain Cook, Shaka Tacoz is becoming a community staple and must-visit tourist hot-spot. Known for our tacos and incredible view of the south Kona coastline, our goal is to provide a unique, high-quality experience, at a cost the whole family can afford. Shaka Tacoz is renowned for the high level of care and quality that goes into creating the perfect blend of always-fresh ingredients in each and every taco. We take tremendous pride in being able to provide accommodations for all vegetarian and gluten-free diets, as well as serving a healthy dose of “Aloha!” and a level of service you’d expect at much pricier restaurants. Whether you’re snorkeling at Two Step, cruising around the island, heading to Hawai’i Volcano National Park, or just craving some delicious, healthy tacos; call in your order or stop by and enjoy our breathtaking view of Kealakekua Bay and the Pacific Ocean
CUISINES
Mexican
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Dog Friendly
5.0
5.0 of 5 bubbles200 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
20
Average
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Terrible
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raftman55
Portland47 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 none
These are the best tacos we had during our 11 night stay. Bursting with an array of flavors, they don't do a broad array of dishes here, but what they do the do very, very well. Absolutely a must stop if you're a taco fan - and the salsas are all excellent. Guacamole on any taco at no extra charge is a big plus, as is the scenic view. Service if from a food truck, but the price is right and the taste lingers long after the last taco is eaten. I had asada, pork, chicken and fish - all were good, but the asada and pork seemed the most flavorful.
Written 25 June 2021
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mccabe4447
Cazenovia109 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 friends
Just go there.......order outside at the food truck, eat inside or on back porch. We all had fish tacos..... outstanding !! Nice piece of fish, lots of toppings, great sauce, grilled taco..... priced very reasonably. Pleasant folks, great taste, great view
Written 18 January 2020
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tumbleweed_travels
Amarillo1030 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 couples
We stoped here for lunch around 1:30 or 2 on a Wednesday. It wasn’t too busy. Order in the main restaurant and pick up food at the food truck outside when they buzz you. We ate on the back patio with an ocean view. We both got fish tacos- SO GOOD! I think they forgot to give my hubs the spicy salsa he ordered, but it was still delish! We plan on going back tomorrow. Best fish tacos out of 4 places I’ve tried in Kailua-Kona area so far! Seriously, so delicious!! 3 tacos per plate- large helpings and fish was NOT fried. Flavors were excellent and prices decent ( $12 or 13 for 3 tacos). Drive an extra 5 minutes away from downtown and go HERE!
Written 3 December 2021
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Jonathan W
Centereach6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 none
For a great place to get outstanding tacos and burrito bowls this is the joint for you. The prices are cheap but the food is awesome. They have a straight forward menu so there's no questioning what you're getting. The steak burrito bowl was filled with well seasoned and cooked steak, black beans, lime creme, salsa and lettuce. I also got 2 chicken and 1 pork taco to round out the meat selections. Both were outstanding. Plenty of tender meat on both. While you wait there's a ping pong table inside to keep you entertained. If you like Tex Mex this is the place for you.
Written 12 February 2020
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YukonSarah
Airdrie271 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 none
We were staying in South Kona and ate at Shaka Tacoz 3 times. It was that good. Our daughter with celiac was able to eat safely each time. We talked to them each time to ensure that grill was fully clean and there was no cross contamination as they do have flour tortillas as well. We were comfortable and felt confident in their understanding of cross contamination. Enjoy!
Written 7 March 2022
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Ann W
Wascott28 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 family
Do NOT believe the online menu! It says you can order “3 Tacoz for $15.00.” However, if you want shells with that taco, it will cost you another $1.50 per taco! I bought 5 entrees for close to $100 and received a bag of taco ingredients for about 8 tacos and no shells! Total rip-off. I do not recommend this restaurant. My surprise dinner treat for my daughter’s family turned into an over-priced debacle. When I picked up my food, I was told my order confused them. For $100, they could have called me, or waited until I got there to clarify, or offered to “fix” the order. Instead, I got a bag with the caveat, “We didn’t know what you wanted, so we just gave you what we thought.”
Written 10 December 2023
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Kelly G
Half Moon Bay46 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 family
Worth the drive for the secret sauce on the fish tacos! House made mango Chile sauce over grilled ono with pickled red onion. 😋 Our hometown has some killer fish tacos, and these compete for sure. The view is also killer.
Written 24 February 2020
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lynne C
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 none
Small restaurant, in an non descriptive location but don’t let that stop you, the food is well worth the stop, wide choice of tacos, burritos, etc.. with soft drinks for sale or BYOB. They do take out and have indoor seating. They can do light spicy too all out fire in your mouth and have veg options, excellent and friendly service. Open until 8 pm
Written 23 July 2022
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Mike M
45 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 none
We stopped by to get my daughter a veggie burrito bowl, and the food was so good we had to drive back from town two other times to eat here. Delicious fish tacos, pork burritos, vegetarian burrito bowl, and asade burrito. Their sauces and spices are incredible and it is wonderful to enjoy their food sitting on the deck overlooking the ocean.
Written 19 December 2020
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Roamingrhonda
Washougal115 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2021 none
I read all the reviews and, since I search the world for great fish tacos, I had to try this place. The main difference I saw with these tacos is that they put pickled onions or cabbage on them. I don't think sweet anything should be on my tacos. Give me some cabbage slaw and a good sauce. These were no great shakes.
Written 17 April 2021
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osaruby
Rhinebeck92 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 couples
Sweet place to grab a quick lunch in the captain cook area. This place serves up fresh, delicious and clean food quickly. If you’re lucky enough to snag a seat outside, you’ll enjoy a spectacular ocean view with your meal.
Written 13 July 2021
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Chatham726 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 none
This dine-in, carry-out restaurant has a varied menu with lots of great options for everyone. The pricing is very reasonable and the portions are generous. The food was fresh, well presented, and delicious. The service was friendly and efficient. We chose to sit on the outside deck overlooking some rickety shacks and a beautiful ocean. Comfortable indoor dining is also available. We will definitely return. And if you visit on Sunday, you can go to the amazing local market across the road!!!
Written 3 May 2021
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nick
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021 couples
Great food at a great price. Awesome down to earth tacos/ burritos with a Hawaiian twist! Stopped here twice during our trip. It is a refreshing break from the overpriced bland food found in the resort areas and it has a crazy surprising view out back of the ocean.
Written 14 November 2021
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CZ1143
Aurora213 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 family
Our family stopped for a quick lunch after going to Pu’uhonoa O Honaunau National Park and the Greenwell Coffee tour. The taco’s were amazing! Service is quick where orders are taken at the counter and picked up at the kitchen when your buzzer goes off. I enjoyed the fish tacos, which were colorful, healthy, and tasty. This place is a gem.
Written 10 January 2023
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Carol M
Kingston43 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 couples
These are the most delicious tacos ever. We tried both pork and chicken tacos and two different sauces, the delicious mango and the slightly hotter verde sauce. Excellent. Katie, who took our order, also helped make our visit great. She was helpful and friendly and fun. While we were waiting outside, enjoying the view while our tacos were being made, she came out to wipe the previous night’s rain from the wooden bar and chatted with us. She also checked with us later while we were eating. Overall, a really nice experience.
Written 8 March 2024
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