Nadine C.
Yelp
Comfort food in Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii...
Established in August 2020 and opened in October 2020...
In the midst of a pandemic...
Is that bravery or what?
Today, my neighbor texted me and said she was hungry and bored. She asked me if I was home and if I had any lunch plans.
Me: Yes; no; and how about He'eia Pier General Store & Deli?
We both googled it and watched the April 2021 KHON2 newsclip online where Chris' daughter was interviewed about this reopened business at the He'eia Kea Small Boat Harbor at Kaneohe Bay.
Knowing that they'd close at 2pm, my neighbor said she'd pick me up in five minutes.
Shoots!
Chris, one of the two owners, was quite friendly when I started asking questions about the new He'eia Pier General Store & Deli. He and his partner recently signed the lease for this popular spot and took a gamble - which turned out to be successful! The fare at the Deli is bentos and plate lunches - which are served at memorial services and drive-by graduation events - how appropriate and convenient!
He'eia Pier General Store has been turned over several times. This time, the renovation looks very organized, clean, and well stocked! There were flip flops, sunglasses, fishing poles, lures, scoop nets, snacks, refrigerated beverages, face masks, snorkel equipment, etc.
My neighbor and I just wanted some good food. I couldn't decide on what to order, so Chris suggested a Combination plate - yay! I got the beef luau, hamburger steak, and mochiko chicken.
Wow!
I was pleasantly surprised by the mochiko chicken. I usually don't like chicken. This one was good because it had a slightly crisp char on the skin, was flavored well, and was BONELESS!!!
I also recommend the hamburger steak - the patty was high quality (no gristle), homemade, tender, and tasty!
Oh - and I had a side of fresh poke. I think I detected a tad bit of sesame seed oil... Mmm... And some shoyu and sweet onions - classic! And the Mac salad had some tuna in it... Yummy!
Next time, instead of taking my meal home, I might just enjoy my comfort food along the pier while breathing the cool air, watching the kayakers, and listening to the waves on the shore... ahhh!!!
Lucky we live Hawaii!
Good luck to this new business!
Wishing you continued success and prosperity!