Top pick19th Island Vegan
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Oahu's North Shore is way more than just world-class waves — it's one of the island's most exciting eating destinations. This list ranks all 107 qualifying North Shore restaurants by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii, so the order you see reflects what actual diners are saying, not just hype.
The range here is genuinely impressive. You've got laid-back food trucks like Big Wave Shrimp Truck dishing out shrimp plate lunches at picnic tables, stylish sit-down spots like Banzai Sushi Bar with a full bar and traditional floor seating, and resort dining at Beach House by Roy Yamaguchi where Chef Roy Yamaguchi leans into locally sourced Hawaiian ingredients. Whether you're fueling up after a surf session or settling in for a long lunch, the North Shore delivers.
I pulled this ranking together from the ratings data on the site to give you a reliable starting point. Spots that Nate has personally visited carry the NateEatsHawaii badge — keep an eye out for those markers as you browse the full list of 107.
The ranking
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2$$Off-beat truck with shaded outdoor seats dishing up poke bowls, fish tacos & other Hawaiian nibbles.
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4$$Simple pit stop specializing in bright acai bowls & smoothies made from an array of fruits & juices.
5$$Simple pit stop specializing in bright acai bowls & smoothies made from an array of fruits & juices.
6$$Stylish spot for sushi & Japanese fare, plus a full bar, traditional floor seating & outdoor patio.
7$$$Chef Roy Yamaguchi's Hawaiian cooking using locally sourced ingredients at the Turtle Bay Resort.
8$$Food truck doling out mostly shrimp-based plate lunches, with seating at outdoor picnic tables.
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12$$Festive eatery & bar for burritos, tacos & margaritas in a colorful space with Mexican artifacts.
13$Brazilian food truck offering sandwiches & comfort snacks along with fruit drinks & acai bowls.
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17$$Unassuming food truck offering a range of shrimp & local seafood, fried or steamed.
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19$$Established, graffiti-decorated pit stop for a variety of shrimp plates & a garlic hot dog option.
20$$Established, graffiti-decorated pit stop for a variety of shrimp plates & a garlic hot dog option.
21$$Mexican tacos, burritos, & plates with a focus on seafood from a walk-up window with outdoor tables.
22$$Quaint, casual stop for surf 'n' turf, pupu platters, colorful cocktails & a terrace with a view.
23$$Little thatched kiosk turning out custom acai bowls plus juices, smoothies & cold-brew coffee.
24$$Casual, island-inspired eatery dishing up tropical offerings such as seafood & mai tais.
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27$$Dessert hub crafting gelato in traditional Italian & Hawaiian flavors, plus paninis & waffles.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, the current top spots include 9th Island Vegan, Aji Limo Truck, and Banzai Sushi Bar, among 107 qualifying North Shore restaurants. The full ranked list is updated as new ratings come in.
The North Shore is famous for its affordable food trucks and casual counters — spots like Big Wave Shrimp Truck and Aji Limo Truck offer filling plate lunches and poke bowls without breaking the bank. Banzai Bowls at both Haleiwa and Sunset Beach locations is also a wallet-friendly stop for acai bowls and smoothies.
The ranking is based entirely on real visitor ratings submitted by diners on NateEatsHawaii — no paid placements, no guesswork. The list refreshes automatically as new ratings are added, so it always reflects the most current diner sentiment.
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