This is the restaurant base in Hauʻula for North Shore Tacos – it also has a food truck in Pupukea. Nothing fancy, but tasty Baja-style Mexican with award-winning fresh fish tacos and pineapple tiki drinks. Eat inside, outside at shaded tables or take away.
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8. Malaekahana State Recreation Area
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