SALT At Our Kaka'ako

Love this place. Full of art, food, and overall just a great vibe! ALWAYS REMEMBER to respect the island (‘aina) and leave it cleaner than you found it!! And please support local businesses ❤️

This area is suitable for walking and photography. Bike rentals are available for those who prefer to cycle. It features numerous quality restaurants and coffee shops, along with impressive murals. The concentration of various small businesses in one location makes it an excellent place to support local shops.

It is near many bus lines. This complex has a good mix of different businesses. The murals are a nice touch. There are outdoor seating in the lower level courtyard. This place isn't as large as the ala moana mall but can easily spend 30 - 1.5 hours exploring . Bathrooms are locked, and the business will tell you the code.

I finally got to explore this outdoor mixed use space as I was on foot while the spouse was at an appointment nearby. The name plays homage to the former salt ponds that once occupied the area. The city block consists of several buildings no more than a few stories high and its own parking garage on Keawe Street. Tenants are a mix of local restaurants, small biz retail, shops and services. I had a delightful breakfast at Morning Brew. OVERALL: You’re definitely supporting local here.

Very nice place to get a drink/bite and hangout, chill! Nicely done. Love the vibe!

Such a cool place to go. Amazing local shops and food places here. During summer, Friday nights are a great time to visit for local music and good eats. Hungry Ear is one of the best record stores, Treehouse is a great camera/film store, Butcher & Bird is an awesome meat/food shop. Those are just a few of the great places here! Throw in that it’s a very family/dog friendly environment, and it’s just the place to go!

Lots of food, artsy indie clothing and accessory stores. Very industrial and lively vibes. The stores are all nicely curated, designer-approved. Would definitely recommend.

Pleasant surprise, very nicely done, great atmosphere and vibe. I'll be back

We came to this shopping center for a night market that was happening while we were in town. It was a great way to check out the shopping center and see a lot of different local food vendors and shops. There was A TON of people and lots of different entertainment and snacks. We got mochi donuts from Aloha Donut, garlic shrimp from Da Bald Guy food truck, and shopped a lot of local vendors for things like jerky chips, pet accessories, etc.

Todays event was AWESOME! Although we only had an hours time because we came a lot late. LOL! But still the booths were interactive for the Keikis. And then there's A LOT of vendors with foods, snacks & things!

Parking: Easy to find the entrance on Coral Street. Free for one hour. Restaurants give some validation, so it's reasonable. Shops: Many different kinds. Several restaurants. Bathrooms: Several locked (needed code) and was clean. Map: Helps you locate different establishments - necessary because there are multiple buildings and a second story so you could wander a long time otherwise. Walkways between the buildings were clean. I need to come back and check out the establishments here more.

I love coming to place this place. It's every foodies dream. It's comprised of multiple eateries. It's anchored by Highway Inn, Moku Kitchen and The Boiling Crab; the three biggest restaurants. Salon Tiffany, Revolusun Smart Home, Lash Love Beauty Lounge, Verizon and T-Mobile are also located here. My favorite establishments are Pioneer Saloon, Redfish Pole Bar by Foodland and 7Gradi Gelato. The parking rates aren't horrendous. The parking is free with validation if you leave before the first hour. After the first hour be prepared to drop a few dollars.

Stumbled upon this while my husband and I were walking around a few months ago looking for vintage clothing shops, and we were thrilled to find a complex with some really lovely food options and ambiance. This is a great place to take someone if you want to give them a fun taste of Honolulu. Whether you want a smoothie, coffee, sit down meal, local art, or a boutique clothing store to look through, this place has it. A good one-stop-shop if you only have an hour to peruse and want to make sure multiple people in the group are happy- but you'll want to come back for more!

We just love salt and everything that they do for the community. They have a variety of restaurants, cafés, even wine bar, an album store. And they have shops like Aloha shirts, chocolate/chocolate tasting, second hand store. They do a lot of events from fashion shows, kid events, dog events, Street events, cultural events, they have a covered area where they do events and then sometimes they'll do it on the street. They really bring the community out. And they even asked my little puppy to model and promote for one of their dog events. The businesses are super dog friendly, Because they're so dog friendly I come down pretty often to the restaurants and events. They have a paved parking garage. Just need to remember to get your ticket validated and then pay before you get on the elevator. The park is not very much after you get a validation. They have street parking as well but you need to have those quarters Handy . Most of the restaurants have bathrooms but they do have a bathroom on the bottom floor next to the hot dog place.

I kinda understand what some Yelpers refer to - design of the parking structure. It really sucks when is super busy in the lot, the two roads are narrow and when some drivers drive really quick in the lot, it is easy to hit into each other. First hour is free regardless you have validation or not. Second hour makes the different. Validation rate: $2 and no validation ($3 for half hour). I could mistake with the no validation rate, please check the rate sheet yourself. Most stores give validation ticket. Come early if you don't like busy parking lot, is usually empty and some vendors does open early! Like Morning Brew, Arvo and 9Bar.

One of the best places to visit in O'ahu - a bevy of food places ranging from breakfast to dinner, to vintage shops that sell old film cameras and vinyl, to places to stay active and fit, to places that you can take some beautiful photos at via murals painted by renowned artists. A must-visit each time I come to O'ahu and Kaka'ako specifically.

What an incredible place and surrounding neighborhood! I found this place while on the search for local art, this did not disappoint. Murals and sculpture are intertwined in this neighborhood. I early saw the work of 59 artists working 6 square blocks. The pieces onsite at SALT were lovely and protected from the elements. There were lots of places to sit out site or take pictures. I went during the week so not all the businesses were open. The grounds and restrooms were clean which is a huge plus. Loved it and would go back for sure!

Shopping and dining in Kaka'ako, Honolulu, Hawaii... SALT at Our Kaka'ako is a relatively new outdoor complex. There are nooks and crannies everywhere and even an upstairs. The directory is helpful because I can't even tell you where things are! PARKING: metered street parking is free on Sundays and holidays. If you're lucky, you can catch free street parking on Keawe Street. The parking structure at SALT has reasonable rates. It's free with validation if you exit before the hour is up. Personally, I have visited: * 7Gradi Gelato - the space used to be Butterfly Ice Cream * 9BAR HNL - coffee and scruffin * ARVO - coffee * BEVY - nightlife * hank's Haute Dogs - hot dog *Highway Inn - Hawaiian cuisine * Hungry Ear Records - music * insomnia - Cafe * MOKU Kitchen - dinner * Morning Brew - coffee and bagel * Starbucks - coffee * Taco'ako - tacos * Village Bottle Shop - adult beverages There's a wide variety of eateries at SALT. There are many more that I want to visit! I'll be back! Note: if you need the restroom, ask for the code to unlock the door

Salt in the middle of Kaka'ako is it's own community sandwiched between Ala Moana and Downtown it's an artsy urban chill zone with little bit of everything a few small parks with cool playgrounds and basketball court, parking garages and many eateries and unique shops not found anywhere else. SALT and Pow! Wow! Hawaii have us looking not just at the breathtaking murals but fried egg art scattered on sidewalks, chain fence art and more! My favorite is The Barn @ SALT and is called that because it's shaped like a barn, this outdoorsy covered area has seating scattered safely and is a fantastic place to take a break. Follow SALT on Instagram @saltourkakaako for events and info and see what's it's all about. Thank you!!

So good! I've gone for lunch a bunch and remembered to snap a pic a few times. :) The atmosphere is enjoyable and entertaining, wether alone or with friends.

This was such a cute, space and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I came here for a hot dog that I couldn't eat, and found this instead. They have a lot of cute little shops and a performance space. Some of the shops were closed, as I found when I looked for them, and the signage for them should be taken down. A directory would be helpful. They hard a bar, a nice place to find drinks - to imbibe inside or take to go, some eateries, specialty shops and so on. There was enough to keep me there for several hours, well spent. And while everything wasn't perfect, it was good. I got some great gelato, some too sweet chocolate drinks, and an underwhelming lardon dish. I'd like to come back, a bit earlier to get breakfast at a cute little breakfast spot they have. But there's a lot of potential here and we're coming out of a pandemicky space, so I'm hoping that going forward, I will be able to come in and find some food that is suitable for me to eat. Then the space will deliver on the promise it presents.

Not experienced business establishment. Owner / Manager needs to understand customer service. You have the best chief working for you if you do not understand the physics of your operations and what needs to be done to survive you will never succeed. The night we experienced was far from 5 star tho hopefully you will grow from the experience. There are ways to be overcome mishaps and make your customer know how important their feed back is. Customer beware established is newly opened just don't know how your experience will go. I say give them a year to figure it out and if there still in business give them a try.

SALT had filled up with businesses prior to the COVID pandemic. It has a nice urban vibe, which is fitting being situated amongst industrial businesses, offices, and condos. There is a nice mix of businesses from boutiques (Milo) to artisanal coffee shops (Arvo) & restaurants (Pioneer Saloon) that offer a melange of products and services. The Barn provides a nice venue for outdoor seating and events - in the future, COVID-allowable. All the COVID protocols are in place...there are several hand sanitizer dispensers in place throughout the premises. Social distancing is in place. Parking garage has six levels and fronts Keawe St. First hour is free without the need for validation. Metered street parking is also plentiful.

When I first went to SALT in 2017, I didn't care for the complex. Most of the structures were unoccupied, and the grounds were unappealing. It was still a work in progress. While now, you can't say the structures or grounds have changed, it somehow feels much more appealing to me. The vibe is hip, industrial, and semi-grunge, and seems somehow more natural. The eateries and shops seem to fit in well, and they seem interesting enough to make me want to check them out and browse the complex. I wouldn't say I'm a regular, but sorta an infrequent patron, at best. Still, I have gone to Fish, Moku Kitchen, Starbuck's, Sprint, Highway Inn, Hank's, and Arvo. There are a few more places I would like to try. I used to frequent the location (then called 680 Ala Moana) decades ago when my CPA was upstairs, and Little George's Restaurant was on the ground floor. And decades before that, in my teens, we used to go to a pool hall in the complex on the back side on Auahi Street. My most memorable experience in that pool hall was having been there when the vice cops raided the place. One of our friends who dove out one of the windows never made it back to the car and in these days before cell phones or even pagers, we found out the next day that he had run all the way home to Palolo valley! The biggest problem now is parking. While there are quite a number of stalls, there are still times when parking is an issue. My advice is to get there earlier than you need. It may cost a little more but at least you will get a stall. Still, recommended for those who have never been.

If you've never been here, it's a greaat spot to check out! This area has restaurants, entertainment, work out place, bars, seats, Starbucks, whatever you're looking for to eat, drink, chill out. Come with a group of friends or on a date and I'm pretty sure your taste will be satisfied. Now parking... there's a 6 level garage but depending on the time it's like you drive forever for a parking stall. For the first time ever I had to go all the way to the top and park uncovered! Apparently at 5pm on a rainy Friday everyone had the same idea. Just make sure you get your parking tickets validated at whichever place you end up at cause you will pay a lot less. MY parking ended up being $2! I came here for dinner at Moku which was super enjoyable. When you are ready to leave go to pay parking first because you will save time on the way out of the garage! There is a parking kiosk right by the elevator. It didn't take my dollars though and I ended up having to pay with a credit card. I admit that was annoying to pay with card for $2 parking but whatever. It was fast and easy enough. Just warning, it can get crowded and parking can get tricky but take your time, make your dining reservation (if you can) and don't rush! No one lIkes to come out to find extra dents on their cars! Just be courteous and patient cause that makes everyone's night better!

No star for the parking lot. Whoever designed this lot didn't give much thought or tried to utilize every space. It's awful and cars need to wait because you can't fit with another car on opposite side. Sharp angles & turns. Just awful. Worst lot ever!

I Love Salt. There are so many cool eatery's and shops. The Barn is an awesome out door meeting place with internet access and tables. They have some great businesses such as Starbucks, Lanikai Juice, Infinity Movement studio and Moku's Kitchen. Parking is free the first hour and then $1 for an additional hour with validation. It's very trendy and I always see lots of people just hanging out and catching up with friends. There really is something for everyone and it's just a great place!

i cant believe! This was my first official time over here! What a great treat we decided to do the free yoga today...only us was Pilates today. But afterwards we went went to morning brew! I landed on the peppermint mocha latte soooo good! Best iced coffee drink that I have had in a long time! I also has the salmon bagel sooooo dang good! The parking is always easy and available.

This was my first time here.I came for the St Patrick block party 2019.Didnt know that there was so many restuarants and shops and orange therapy here.The feel i got from Salt of Our Kakaako was i felt like i was in California Pier 39.One of my favorites spots to go to.But yes i felt like i was in california there.I was like checkin out a few restaurants so i can make plans to come and try out there food.Its a great place to bring your families and friends to.So much to choose from. I cant wait to come back.Parking was great i didnt feel like it was hard to find one.The vibes are great here.This place is a little treaure in town.You'd have to come and check it out.

Crispiest pork katsu I've ever had! Tasted great with the pickled veggies and the mac salad was amazing. A little pricey because it was in a popular food spot, but great anyway.

SALT is pretty awesome. Its like a new take on a shopping,community center, performance/event space, art gallery. I remember it being built and also known some people who helped build and design it. I watched all the murals go up by the like of Kamea Hadar, Pow! Wow! Hawaii do their thing. Fashion shows, yoga, musical acts, Pub crawls, Light saber battles, etc. Its just arranged in such an excellent way with so much development and art around it. The space of the warehouse area has as much potential as you can put it. So many restaurants and retailers to choose from. It's just as a whole a great centralized community meeting space. It shines during the events where you're seeing the full potential of its arrangement and location. I hope it maintains its full utilization as the city grows around it. I love attending events like HNL Night Market, which I wish occured more often, seeing the young and old, musicians, local designers, vendors, chefs engaging together.

This place is good for a lunch but the wait is a little long. Friendly staff. Recommend to call in to order if picking up.

It's been over a year since this gathering place has opened and we're very happy to say that there only a few more stores that haven't opened yet. SALT At Our Kaka'ako is a collection of 35 stores or shops that offer "something for everyone". The diversity of shops that SALT At Our Kaka'ako offers us urban dwellers is a one-stop shopping area that ranges from reasonable to upscale pricing. Below is a list of their shops that are currently open or have reserved spaces (marked by *) that will open soon. - 9Bar HNL coffee + bakery - Bevy - Bevy Market - The Boiling Crab* - Butterfly Ice Cream - Eighteen/Eight Fine Men's Salons - Gillia* - Hank's Haute Dogs - Happiness U - Highway Inn Hawaiian Foods - Hungry Ear Records - Insomnia espresso + bakery - Juic'd Life - J's Grill* - Lanikai Juice - Lash Love Beauty Lounge* - Lolohana Estate Chocolate* - Looney & Associates* - Milo Surf Shop - Moku Kitchen - Morning Brew - Kaka'ako - Mr. Tea Café - Orangetheory Fitness* - Our Kaka'ako Info Center - Paiko - Pioneer Saloon* - Pitch Sports Bar* - Salon Tiffany (Loe) - Six Eighty Lobby (680 Ala Moana Blvd Apartments) - Sprint - Starbucks - Treehouse Photography - Urban Island Society* - Village Bottle & Tasting Room - W at Kaka'ako We love that Kaka'ako is our neighborhood where we can just walk to and from SALT and other gathering places. More condominiums mean more people and businesses that will enliven this area.

Fun place. Lots of different places to eat. Great parking too! Pioneer Saloon, Highway Inn, and Pitch Sports Bar are our favorite spots.

Cute and semi hidden gem! Restaurants, art, clean, spacious. Surprised I haven't found this place sooner. Great place to pre-game, gather with friends, or just explore. This place is happening even on a Sunday night. Ask to get your parking ticket validated.

SALT is Honolulu's newest outdoor mall, one that is trying to focus on being the center of a new community in Kaka'ako. While their intentions are good, it is not fully developed even after a year of being open. Kaka'ako itself is historically a warehouse and industrial area, now it's reinventing itself as a residential neighborhood. If this experiment works, I see great things coming to SALT. SALT still is primarily empty, but new businesses are trickling in. The ones found here that we frequent are excellent. My favorite is Village Bottle Shop; a neighborhood bar with a coffee shop feel. There are restaurants, both old and new, that have adjusted to the feel of the area. Hot dogs, light dainty foods, ice cream, American comfort food, and local Hawaiian selections abound. Moku Kitchen is a great choice for a sit down meal. There are also small specialty shops. It is easy to spend an afternoon and evening here without leaving. Again, nothing is cheap here so be prepared. The architecture is one of my favorite things about it. It's a lot of exposed concrete and metal; but it adds vibrant colors. Despite being in a city, it has open spaces and burgeoning greenery. I like the second story with the walkways and bridges. As is true of the whole neighborhood, be sure to check out all the murals; they change every few months in partnership with a local art program. This area was well planned and includes plenty of parking: they have a validated garage, but I do not recommend this if staying for long periods as it gets pricey; validated lot parking along Ala Moana; and street parking, which is free in certain areas, and metered in others during certain hours. SALT is also close to other classic shops and dining areas in the greater area that are easy to walk to such as Honolulu Beerworks, This Is It Bakery, Kaka'ako Agora, and Idea's Books & Music. Their events area also becoming more frequent, so keep an eye out for what's going on. The best way to stay informed is through social media. I'm a big fan of the pub crawls (that include Village, Moku, and Bevy all within 2 minutes by walking). The central courtyard is perfect for hosting people, yet being away from the noise of traffic. They have a giant multi-purpose room as well. Live music is a fixture and easy to hear from all over. Individual businesses have restrooms, but SALT also has shared ones that can be accessed with a code available from by asking. The entire facility is very clean. There is one glaring negative that is often complained about: SALT was founded to aid in gentrifying Kaka'ako; it's expensive and many people who live in the greater area are not able to frequent the restaurants and boutiques found here. A few years ago, all the shops and restaurants here were cheap and simple. With that in mind, for a different sort of experience, or a fun night out, this is a great place to come.

So I need someone to take me on a date to SALT because I LOVE the industrial / urban feel but haven't had the chance to experience it to its fullest just yet lol. The juice bars are great. I like that there's a Starbucks to help balance the abundance of niche artisan vendors with something cheap and mainstream (gotta have that one shop you can count on for a quick drink and paninis). Arvo is a must for a coffee experience on the opposite side of the spectrum and Hank's Haute Dogs is one of those eateries you can count on for something quick and delicious every time. Other than that, I haven't had the privilege of a sit-down meal and some drinks at any of the restaurants though I look forward to it in the future. The only sad thing about my recent visit was noticing a lot of people not wearing masks while walking around outside or sitting down. Over in the shaded pavilion especially, people were sitting down working on laptops without any masks on (and they weren't eating), I suppose because they think that they're sitting alone and far enough away from others. Someone needs to tell them it doesn't work that way. I was disappointed but probably shouldn't have been because it's town. It's to be expected from people who don't have to live with kupuna and in large polynesian family homes where at least 2 of the 8 residents are immune-compromised. But at the same time, it was still just disconcerting and I made it a point not to walk through the pavilion on any future visits.

SALT is a dynamic and ever-changing shopping center that can be overlooked by many (with Ala Moana and Ward just a few minutes away), but it's a great gathering place for those that know about the hidden gems located in this space. It started with Starbucks and Highway Inn years ago...and they just kept adding to it. If you wanna support small, local businesses, this is the place to go. There are a handful of clothing shops (including the Kahala which sells aloha shirts and shaved ice) mixed between the variety of restaurants. There is even an Orange Theory fitness, a barbershop, a record store, a photography shop, and even a chocolate shop. One of the things I love about SALT is the gathering space between Moku and The Village - you'll often find craft fairs or yoga classes being taught here. There's a lot of places for people to sit down and hang out in this area. Because of the openness of this location, you'll find that a lot of events are held here. With so many shops, they offer a lot of parking...just be aware that the parking machines tend to have a lot of technical difficulties, so be prepared to wait to get out of the structure/lot.

Why SALT? What about Pepper? Salt and Pepper goes together. Maybe it's an acronym and I missed it somewhere. Anyhow, what a modern place to hangout, eat, and unwind with your family or friends. I wanted to check this place out for awhile now but it took me a long time because I was little afraid of unknown. Shame on me... So, we came here for Moku Kitchen and we also ended up visiting Mr. Tea. Many stores are still vacant but I hope they move in quickly because I want to come again and again. I only wish I could live near by so I can walk here. But parking isn't so bad either. With validation, I only pay $2 for 3 hours.

The stores are fantastic although parking management border on evil. Today parked in the handicap spot to visit a SALT establishment. I returned to my car one hour later and discovered water from floor above dropped all over left side of my recently painted Black Porsche in past 14 days. It had water spots all over top and side and they already mainly dried with really bad dirty mineral deposits. I noted to the maintenance security team and they sent me to management office. I informed a man and woman manager and they said it's my problem and noted floor above is being cleaned and water dripping- then said there is a sign. First - no sign and then security said it was moved. Bottom line- I have to spend $48 to get my car washed now and my car is thrashed. They literally laughed at me. So - have a handicap spot - sucker on a person - then drop dirty water on a car I can't clean for another 15 days and now will potentially need new paint job and manager says not my problem- this is shocking and embarrassing for Salt. I will not go to salt again and will inform my local friends - salt management is below par and do not care about their community well being. The killer is I just spent $48 to get my car detailed at Foamatic. Words can not express my feelings for the Salt management in the 1st floor garage area - they just passed issue off to security and security said it's management's issue. Sad the salt would treat an injured veteran, a community member and human being with such disregard and lack of care.

There are a lot of eateries here that looked really busy. I've only tried Pioneer Saloon and Butterfly. Checked out Redfish Poke bar's poke selection & wasn't impressed. Both were meh. Next time I want to try Taco'ako and maybe Shay's.

Bringing a whole new meaning to SALTy attitude. SALT At Our Kakaako is making Kakaako happen, even if Rail says it's not gonna happen. This place started as the JABSOM medical students' watering hole with the bare essentials - Starbucks and Lanikai Juice facing Ala Moana Boulevard. Fast forward a few years and SALT At Our Kakaako is quickly becoming an attraction for a diverse crowd - hipsters, Sunday brunch bunches, families, and Pokemon Go zombies. There are many new food businesses that popped up lately, such as Mr. Tea, that provide an incentive to stopping by to hang out with a treat in hand. You might not realize just how busy this place is until you see the lines of people out the door. Kamehameha Schools is doing a fantastic job planning activities like the Pokemon Go Fest that is attracting more and more people to the area. The Night Market and fashion shows are other attractions that bring families and friends alike to hang out here. SALT At Our Kakaako is a fun, safe alternative to hitting the mall. Sure, there's lots of action going on at the new wing of Ala Moana, or the newly opened International Marketplace. But if you're feeling like being somewhere low key, don't get salty over big crowds. Just come to SALT.

Really stylish urban hangout spot for anyone looking to stroll around and check out all the stores at SALT. Really good places to eat in this area and it's a very popular spot to take pictures.

Love the atmosphere and decor here! I especially like the parking garage! The turns are a bit tight if taking a wide turn but the height clearance is 7'0 for those with lifted trucks. There is parking in front of Highway Inn area but it is usually a hit or miss. The 20min stalls were taken so I had to go into the garage. Take a right, it's a one way in the lot, then make another right into the garage. Many restaurants/food to eat at and Orange Theory to work out at. New hot spot for locals and tourists. They usually have events here where you can buy local or play with "snow" so stayed tuned!

This shopping complex is expanding and bringing in more businesses each year. Plus they host various events throughout the year such as Christmas shopping, Cinco de mayo, etc. They offer free yoga classes every 2nd and 4th saturday of each month. So many choices to dine at such as Moku Kitchen, Bevy, The Boiling Crab, Hank's haute dogs, Morning Brew, Butcher and Bird, Highway Inn, J's BBQ and grill, etc. There is plenty parking including street and the parking structure. Be caution, the parking lot in front of the shopping complex may give problems when leaving the lot ( paid ticket may not get acceptable when inserting in the machine) which happened the night me and my gfs went out for Paint Nite.

Love this place! Great places to eat and lots of areas for great photo ops. It's hip, trendy, relevant with so many interesting unique shops to check out from plants to art murals to everything an artsy or super creative person could want. You could literally chill out here all day with a good book and hop to different restaurants. Lots of great local businesses to support. Make sure you use the parking structure and get your ticket validated at a restaurant like the Morning Brew or you can park on the street at the meter but make sure you stay on top of it because they are monitored well. If you go on a Sunday the meters are free! I could just live here in Artsy heaven.

The retail hub of a vibrant arts scene, this outdoor mall hosts a plethora of restaurants and cool retail shops that make for a great pit stop while on a walking tour of Kaka'ako murals - particularly in February when the annual Pow Wow Hawaii takes place and artists from around the world coverage to splash new art on public walls! There's also an open space next to Moku Kitchen where events take place, such as the Bevy Mural Show, Part of Pow Wow Hawaii 2018 - attached pictures are murals in the exhibit!

Had the best time listening to Streetlight Cadence at a free concert in The Barn. No reservations necessary They are a wholesome talented bunch of guys. Got to hear their new Christmas song. Guests were invited to bring non-perishable food for the Foodbank. Follow them on Instagram.

Since when did Hawaii turn into a mini Mainland! SALT definitely feels like the closest thing to mainland urbanization. They've got places for drinks, expensive avocado toast and delicious brews and happy hour. Arvo Cafe is the scene of many instagrams. You've probably seen someone post one of their beautiful avocado toasts and pretty lattes with latte art. Moku Kitchen is a popular spot for dinner and drinks. They have live music and fun cocktails. They also have happy hour deals which make the food more reasonable. Besides these spots, there are many other food, drink and apparel shops. My only negative is that they charge for parking in the lot.

Went to the HNL Night Market/Pow Wow Wow block party this past weekend, and it was packed! There were plenty of food trucks, but I got there too late and was without patience to stand in any line. However, I did go to the 9bar HNL cafe and had an Aloha Palmer...it was pretty tasty, with a warm giant oatmeal cookie. It took me a while to find the retail vendors, because they were tucked away on the other side of the food trucks. I had to walk around a couple of time to make sure I did not miss anything. Anywho, I love this time of year to see what the pow wow wow team has in store for everyone!

Wasn't sure what to expect. Thought maybe it would be a modern plaza with some mixture of food and stores. It is very small and mostly just food vendors. I wouldn't make the drive here just for this.

Walked around street level looking for handicap disability access to upper level and couldn't locate any only visible access was stairs. If anyone knows of ADA compliance access for the disabled to the upper level?

This has to be a timely review because: #SALTOurKakaako #OurKakaako #HappyEaster #PokemonGO The Pokemon GO Girls were on hand on Easter to drop tons of in game features for those that play #PokemonGO. This was the first year and maybe the only year that SALT will do an easter egg hunt this way. All of the normal market booths that are used for things like art were cleared- and the keiki ran in at about 2 pm and then at about 2:30 for the 2 egg hunts to grab eggs. Was there pushing and shoving- yes. Did my little ones come out the other end unscathed? Yes- but also egg- less the littlest. That is just ok- because the PokemonGO girls gave them tons of time to play bean bag toss and chase, and color. They enjoyed themselves and want to see PokemonGO Girls again if they can. Were there a ton of people? Yes. After the egg hunts though it went back down to normal but busy for being Easter. Romeo Valentine was on hand DJing- even gave a few minutes showing the cd turn tables and eq to my girls. Shout out to DJ Romeo Valentine. I think they have some great events at Salt that try to get more of the local community that lives near here involved. To cool down- there are Mr. Tea, Hank's Haute Dogs, and Butterfly Ice Cream. Along with some other stores. Parking- they have a lot that needs validation or you have to pay. There is street parking but it is a pain in the b-+++. Gender Neutral Restrooms? I didn't find them- only normal men and women in an unmarked black door then the bathrooms are down that hall.

SALT is continuously growing and changing, and I can't wait to see what else it will offer in the future. This place pretty much has everything: gym, restaurants, bars, coffee, and the best part a large parking structure. My personal favorite places are: FOOD = Pioneer Saloon, Hanks, J's BBQ DRINKS = Pitch Spots Bar DESSERT = Butterfly Ice Cream

The WORST Easter Egg Hunt event I have ever been to. I was going to write a review bashing the folks who set this event up but that won't help anyone since the event already happened. So I would like to offer advice instead. 1) Please do your research and see how Easter Egg hunts actually run. For the amount of publicity and the amount of kids, you should have had at least a thousand of eggs. 2) The sections should have more age gaps so the 1 year olds don't get trampled by big 5 year olds. 3) The no adult in the area policy is ridiculous. You cannot assume responsibility for all these kids going in by themselves. You don't have an insurance policy big enough to be responsible for that. And there is absolutely no room for the adults to watch their kids and assume they are safe. I watched the 6 year old and over group get smashed against the fence and kids were pushing each other so hard, they lost their balance. I'm so glad that no one was hurt. Please put safety first next year Salt.

I was really excited to attend a SALT event with booths from local businesses, cool offerings and a lovely display of unique items that you don't see every day. I attended what was described as a the largest SALT display to date with over X amount of vendors, etc.. I can honestly say that I was really surprised with the amount of people that attended. The place was packed with shoppers, cars entering the garage, and lines for certain purchases. While I do respect and like to support local businesses, I was really surprised at what was available. We walked around and saw all the displays within half an hour. Sorry, I just didn't see anything that was that interesting.

As a local transplanted on the mainland, this plaza reminds me a lot of places I've encountered on the mainland, esp in CA. It's great- park or walk/ride in and stay for a while- hopping between bars, drink and snack places, and restaurants. It's convenient and there are a lot of great options from bubble tea and ice cream, to local Hawaiian, and trendy new-Asian-American fusion. I like that it's accessible to many via walking, renting the wiki bikes, or driving and parking in the structure.