Kua Aina Sandwich
Haleiwa, HI 96712-1423
Phone: (808) 637-6067
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Amara Road
- Best of Citysearch:
- Hamburger 2004
- Hours:
- Daily 11am-8pm
Editorial Review for Kua Aina Sandwich – by Suz Andreasen
The Scene
Yes, you can still get a great meal in Honolulu for less than $20; this North Shore gem serves up some of the best examples of island-blend cuisine for pocket change. While the name doesn't sound like much, the food more than makes up for any lack of character. With a lanai and a few choice tables, this tiny eatery is a prime spot for people-watching.
The Food
Stop in for a burger after a stint on the North Shore beaches. Hot, juicy burgers are piled with a range of toppings, from bacon and cheese to salsa and pineapple. For less than $7, the grilled mahi mahi sandwich served with homemade tartar sauce is heavenly. Homemade fries are likewise legendary. A range of standard sandwiches are also available for the less adventurous.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThanks to the spot's popularity with local surfers, the lines can be a bit crazy. Just be patient, it's worth the wait.
The ExtrasCan't get enough? There's an additional location at 1116 Auahi Street.
User Reviews for Kua Aina Sandwich
02/20/2008 Posted by hholley01
Yesterday, I visited Kua Aina north shore for lunch with my son, after a day of fun surfing on the north shore. I forgot that they do not accept creidt cards so I walked across the street to the local ATM and got cash. My son and me ordered two 1/2 lb burgers with fries with two large drinks. I was given two medium drinks instead and was told by the sales clerk that the large cups were not in stock. I asked if we could get a refill since we paid for two large drinks and her answer was "no refills." While we were waiting for our order to arrive a few minutes later other customers began showing up and they were given large cups with their orders. I went over the counter clerk to ask why was my son and me given medium cups when other customers were given large cups orders which she said were not in stock. I asked for the manager in charge and waited a minute or two and then I asked her why were we given two medium cups of soda with no refills when we paid for two large cups of sodas and other customers had large cups of soda with their orders. I also asked her why do they not accept credit cards so I could prove that what I paid for exact and accurate, if I was overcharged with no resource to back up my claim. The manager said that it was no problem and she offered me two large drinks instead...And said receipts for orders is only given upon request by the customer. I refused the drinks at this point and was very upset that I was treated unfairly by this establishment and so I requested a full refund for my order. The manager walk over to the cashier and looked over my order and gave me my refund. After leaving this establishment I wondered how Asian tourist who speak very little english may been taken advantage of by this practice with no receipt to back up their claim? The difference between and medium drink and a large drink is 20 cents, a small thing to make a big deal about but what about a 1/4 lb and a 1/2 pound burger between 5 people?
07/25/2007 Posted by olddiner
Great burgers at both locations. HOWEVER!! My family and I went to the Haleiwa location and felt we were unfairly treated. There was a family [local] with several tables placed together. When we placed two tables together for our party [5 in party, two elderly, one of them disabled] we were informed we were not allowed to place tables together. We pointed out the other party had done this but the employees remained firm. We demanded and received a refund and went to Big City Diner in Waipio Gentry. Service was much better/friendly there. I don't think this would have happened if we were a "local" family. I will still patronize the Ward location but will NEVER go back to the or recommend the Haleiwa location....
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