Da Poke Shack
Kailua-Kona, Holualoa
Restaurant in Holualoa, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Da Poke Shack is worth using as an easy daytime stop in Kailua-Kona, especially for a casual repeat visit when speed matters more than ambience. It is not the right choice for late-night dining, weekend plans, or a polished special occasion; compare Huggo's, Kona Canoe Club, or Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant for that.
About Da Poke Shack
Is Da Poke Shack worth planning around in Holualoa? It can be, if the plan fits the basics: weekday daytime hours and casual dress. It is not a late-night or weekend option, so it works well as a simple Holualoa stop when those hours line up with the day.
The decision is direct: plan around the posted hours, not an assumed dinner service or special-occasion format. Da Poke Shack is open Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday. If the meal needs to happen outside that window, compare other options below rather than forcing this venue into the wrong slot.
Use it for an easy daytime stop, not a late-night plan
The strongest planning signal is timing. Da Poke Shack is open 10 AM–4 PM Monday through Friday, which makes it a daytime option in Holualoa. Casual dress is also listed, so there is no need to treat it like a formal outing.
The safer recommendation is practical: choose it when the posted weekday daytime schedule works for your plans, and avoid building an evening or weekend itinerary around it.
Who should choose something else instead
Skip it when the plan depends on dinner, weekend availability, or details such as seating format, ambience, or group setup. If those factors matter, compare Huggo's, Kona Canoe Club, or Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant instead.
For another option in the same broad decision set, TJ'S BBQ By The Beach is worth comparing when Da Poke Shack's weekday daytime hours do not fit. La Bourgogne is another venue to consider. For broader planning, use the Holualoa restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 10 AM–4 PM · Tuesday: 10 AM–4 PM
- Location
- 76-6246 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Website
- dapokeshack.com
- Phone
- +1 808 329 7653
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Da Poke Shack sits with the ocean practically at its doorstep, and that proximity shapes everything. The writing emphasizes the mid-morning light and the salty air along Ali'i Drive, so the place reads as a scenic, low-key spot rather than a polished dining destination. The service model is intentionally simple, counter-service and uncomplicated, which keeps the focus squarely on fresh fish and the immediate connection between sea and bowl. The overall effect is relaxed and charming: an unpretentious local shack where the setting is part of the meal.
Best For
This is a daytime, casual stop built around fresh seafood and a short sourcing chain. The emphasis on mid-morning light and a counter-service format makes Da Poke Shack an ideal option for solo diners grabbing a quick, excellent bowl or for small informal meet-ups on Ali'i Drive. The straightforward service and seaside setting suit visitors and locals who want an authentic poke experience without a formal meal structure: think lunch or a mid-day bite rather than a long, seated dinner.
Ordering Tips
Ordering here is direct: you approach the counter and let the fish and sourcing logic guide your choices. The menu highlights signature preparations such as the Shack Special Poke, Dynamite Poke and Spicy Garlic Sesame Poke; those are reliable entry points. Given the write-up’s focus on locally caught ahi and the fishing calendar, ask what is freshest that day and sample a couple of variations if you can. Expect simple, focused preparations that foreground the quality and immediacy of the seafood.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual take-out style shop with limited outdoor shared tables and a cool, unassuming atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options, Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Shack Special Poke
- Dynamite Poke
- Spicy Garlic Sesame Poke
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 76-6246 Ali‘i Dr, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Thursday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Friday
- 10 AM–4 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- TJ'S BBQ By The Beach, Notable alternative
- La Bourgogne, Notable alternative
- Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Huggo's, Notable alternative
- Kona Canoe Club, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares for casual Kona-side dining
Da Poke Shack is the easiest recommendation when the meal needs to be quick, casual, and daytime-oriented. It is less useful for a full evening plan than Huggo's, Kona Canoe Club, or Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant, which are better fits when the group wants to sit longer, add drinks, or make the meal feel like the main event.
For value-minded diners, cross-shop TJ'S BBQ By The Beach first. It sits closest in spirit as an informal option, while Da Poke Shack is the cleaner pick when the day calls for something lighter and faster. For a more formal occasion, La Bourgogne belongs in the comparison set, but it is not chasing the same casual-use case.
The practical takeaway: choose Da Poke Shack for an easy daytime meal, TJ'S BBQ By The Beach for another casual alternative, Huggo's or Kona Canoe Club for a more complete restaurant outing, and Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant when the group wants a broader alehouse-style evening.
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Compare Da Poke Shack
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Da Poke Shack | Holualoa | No published awards |
| TJ'S BBQ By The Beach | Holualoa | No published awards |
| La Bourgogne | Kailua Kona | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Huggo's | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
| Kona Canoe Club | Kailua Kona | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Da Poke Shack good for a special occasion?
Da Poke Shack is best planned around its basics: casual dress and weekday daytime hours. It is open Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM, and closed Saturday and Sunday, so it is not a dinner or weekend plan. If you need a different venue, compare La Bourgogne or Huggo's.
What should I order at Da Poke Shack?
Plan first around the hours: Da Poke Shack is open Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM in Holualoa. If you want a broader restaurant comparison, Kona Canoe Club is another option to review.
Can Da Poke Shack accommodate groups?
The reliable planning facts are that Da Poke Shack is casual and open Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM. For a group meal where the setup matters, compare Huggo's or Kona Canoe Club before deciding.
Is daytime or dinner better at Da Poke Shack?
The hours are 10 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday closed. That makes Da Poke Shack a daytime option, not a dinner venue. If dinner is the goal, compare TJ'S BBQ By The Beach or Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant before deciding.
What are alternatives to Da Poke Shack?
La Bourgogne, Huggo's, Kona Canoe Club, TJ'S BBQ By The Beach, and Laverne's Big Island Alehouse & Restaurant are useful comparisons depending on timing and occasion. Da Poke Shack is the one to consider when its casual dress code and Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM schedule fit your plan in Holualoa.