For Sale — Waikiki
Kalakaua Ave food truck park • Currently operating • All equipment included
$89,000 OBO
Owner relocating internationally — must sell within 6 weeks. Currently operating and generating revenue daily.
$1,000–$1,200/day
Current revenue (part-time 3pm–9pm)
$1.2M+/year
Previous full-time revenue
Guaranteed Spot
Tied to the truck — transfers with sale
Turnkey food truck for sale with a guaranteed spot in Waikiki’s busiest food truck park on Kalakaua Avenue. Owner relocating internationally — must sell within 6 weeks. This is not a truck sitting in a field. It is currently operating and generating $1,000–1,200/day on a part-time evening schedule (3pm–9pm only). At a previous location, this same truck generated over $1.2 million in annual revenue ($4,000/day). Massive upside for a full-time owner-operator who adds lunch service.
Waikiki has a strict peddling ban under Honolulu city ordinance (ROH §29-6.2). Food trucks are banned from operating on all public streets, sidewalks, parks, and beaches within the Waikiki peninsula — even with a valid peddler’s license.
The only way to legally operate a food truck in Waikiki is through a private food park on private property. There are roughly 25–30 spots in the entire Waikiki area, and they almost never come available.
This listing includes a guaranteed reserved spot in Waikiki’s busiest food truck park on Kalakaua Avenue. When you buy the truck, you get the spot. You cannot get this any other way.
Current (Part-Time)
$1,000–$1,200/day
Evenings only, 3pm–9pm
Previous Full-Time
$4,000/day
$1.2M+ annual revenue at prior location
Average ticket: $20/person • Group orders: $80–$100 • Only running 3pm–9pm (6 hours) — massive upside if you add lunch service.
Estimated for an average owner-operator at this Waikiki location
| Line Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gross Revenue (31 days × $1,100) | $34,100 |
| Food Cost (30%) | −$10,230 |
| Lot Rent + CAM | −$4,400 |
| Labor (1–2 staff) | −$5,000 |
| Supplies, propane, insurance | −$2,500 |
| Estimated Monthly Net Profit | $11,970 |
| Estimated Annual Net | $143,640 |
These are estimates based on seller-reported revenue of $1,000–$1,200/day on a 6-hour evening shift. Actual results will vary based on operator, menu, and hours. Adding lunch service could significantly increase gross revenue.
At a purchase price of $89,000, a buyer could recoup their full investment in approximately 7–8 months while earning a living.
Owner operates on 4 locations and is relocating internationally. Cannot manage all locations. This is not a failing business — it’s an opportunity the owner can no longer service.
Yes. The parking spot is tied to the truck. When you buy the truck, you take over the spot in the food truck park on Kalakaua Ave. The lot is managed by the same landlord as Ohana Hale Waikiki. Rent is $3,500/month + $900 CAM on a month-to-month lease.
The truck is currently set up for Filipino, American, and Mexican cuisine (Philly cheesesteaks, birria tacos, lechon kawali, burgers, wings, lemonades). The equipment supports virtually any cuisine — grill, fryer, gas burners, cold prep, and full refrigeration. Check with the food park landlord about any cuisine preferences for the park.
The Hawaii DOH food establishment permit and City & County mobile food license are active through late 2026. The buyer can operate under the existing permits while applying for their own. The permit application process typically takes a few weeks through the Hawaii Department of Health.
Yes. The seller is open to short-term financing (1–3 months). Terms are negotiable. A larger down payment will get you a better deal.
Absolutely. The truck is parked and operating at the Waikiki food truck park right now. You can view it any time. Contact Nate to schedule a walkthrough.
The owner operates on 4 locations and is relocating to another country. They cannot manage all locations remotely. This is not a failing business — it is a profitable operation that the owner can no longer service.
Everything. The truck, all kitchen equipment, Square POS system, Uber Eats integration, TV menu display, exterior menu boards, 2 awnings, string lights, propane tanks, all utensils and supplies currently in the truck, and the guaranteed Waikiki parking spot. The buyer walks in and starts cooking.
The truck is a 2011 Ford E-450 Super Duty with approximately 120,000 miles. It has a clean title. It is not currently registered for road use (safety inspection expired) as it has been parked at the food park. The buyer would need to re-register if they plan to drive it to a different location.
Lot rent ($3,500) + CAM ($900) + food cost (~$10,000) + labor (~$5,000) + propane, supplies, insurance (~$2,500) = approximately $22,000/month in total operating costs. At $34,000+/month gross revenue (31 days), the truck nets roughly $10,000–$12,000/month.
The seller reports $1,000–1,200/day on a 6-hour evening shift (3pm–9pm). At the previous location, this same truck generated $4,000/day. Average customer spend is approximately $20/person. A full-day operation (10am–9pm) in Waikiki could significantly increase revenue by capturing tourist lunch traffic.
$89,000 OBO
Available for viewing ANY TIME — the truck is currently parked and operating at the Waikiki location. Serious inquiries only.
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