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Hawaii's NORTH SHORE Foodie Tour!

Bill & Lisa's Food and Travel
Bill & Lisa's Food and Travel
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πŸ‘οΈ 42K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 32:34

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Editorial Summary

The creators embark on a culinary tour of Hawaii's North Shore, beginning with a comparison of local shrimp trucks. They visit Big Wave Shrimp, where they praise the garlic butter shrimp and coconut shrimp for their fresh flavors and light batter. They also visit the popular Giovanni's Shrimp Truck, noting that while the shrimp is good, it is smaller and less garlic heavy than the offerings at Big Wave. For dessert, they visit The Crepe Place, describing a Nutella, strawberry, and coconut crepe as a work of art and a must-visit. The tour continues with a visit to Turtle Beach to observe the clear water and a stop for rainbow shave ice, which they describe as having a very fine texture. The day concludes with a dinner at Haleiva Joe's, where the creators sample various dishes including ahi poke, crispy Brussels sprouts with sriracha mayo, Thai snapper, and kalbi. They finish the meal with a massive Kona coffee ice cream pie and passion fruit creme brulee, ultimately recommending the restaurant for its friendly staff and beautiful sunset views.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is the best desert crepe that I've had yes this is so fresh tasting

if you only have time for one here at the NorthShore head over the Big W or or jous in our opinion this is good but it doesn't quite live up to the hive shrimp

we could recommend coming here oh totally recommend coming here the the staff is so friendly

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Get to Haleiwa Joe's early to avoid long lines, as it's first-come, first-served with no reservations.
βœ“If visiting Giovanni's Shrimp Truck, also get the crepes right next door, as they are a must-try.
βœ“For parking at food courts, arrive early as lots can fill up quickly.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long wait times at Haleiwa Joe's β€” Arrive 30-50 minutes before opening to secure a seat, as it's first-come, first-served.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the best food spots to try on Hawaii's North Shore?
QHow does Giovanni's Shrimp Truck compare to other shrimp trucks?
QWhat is the experience like at Haleiwa Joe's for dinner?

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