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Reviewed 1 week ago

The food is delicious, the price is right but what makes Super J's stand out is the incredibly friendly counter service. The ambience is nothing special but everything else about this place is fantastic.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Were lucky to grab a couple of laulaus before they ran out and closed for the day. Nice family run place with good food.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

So glad we were able to taste the amazing food at Super J’s. The lau lau pork, the kahlua pork, the chili shoya were delicious. The friendliness to all, the patience with new folks, the community this place clearly nurtures made our meal perfect.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed February 14, 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our meals at Super J's. We have never tasted Lau Lau like it, so tasty!!! The ladies who run the show were so friendly and helpful. Great Gluten Free option and great price!!

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed February 10, 2023

Saw the shop as we were driving by. I LOVE lau lau, and JJ's has the BEST! Super friendly and absolutely ono!

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed February 1, 2023 via mobile

THE best. Customer service, patient, helpful, kind. Lau Lau is the cream of the crop. Pork lau Lau and Lomi were the best we’ve had on the island or anywhere for that matter.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed December 10, 2022

Simple home made local food by sweet people. Get 2 pork and some rice and it’s a simple inexpensive good meal.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed October 8, 2022 via mobile

Great traditional food, we were told about this place by a local and we weren’t disappointed. Friendly service once you work out how it works you will not be disappointed. Kalua pork wrapped in a banana leaf was so tasty

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed September 21, 2022

This place is rustic, but the food is awesome and the service is very friendly. Definitely worth a stop if you are anywhere near.

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 16, 2022 via mobile

Excellent authentic Hawaiian grub! Quick service for take out or eat in. Super friendly service. Definitely lives up to the hype

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 1, 2022

We happened by here on a recommendation of another restaurant down the street that had to close for the day. My BFF Cathy and I had no idea what the dishes were but had them described to us. I had the Lau Lau Pork, and...she had Pork with cabbage. Both were delicious. If I go back on another vacation to the Big Island this small 'hole in the wall' restaurant is on my list for a lunch visit. They do catering too.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 28, 2022

We recently visited Super J's on the recommendation of our Kayak tour guides. This visit did not disappoint! The food was outstanding (Lau Lau) and the owner even better. This was definitely a place that locals frequent and with good reason. This was our best...meal on the Island and we can't wait to visit again. Thank-you for such good food and an even better experience.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 24, 2022 via mobile

The food was tasty and authentic. Menu was limited but it was served quick and very tasty! It’s a small place but sharing tables is encouraged and once finished eating, guests are quick to free up a spot.

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed July 4, 2022

Don't blink or you'll drive right bye the small parking lot. Authentic Hawaiian food prepared and served by Mom and daughter. Limited menu with several tasty choice. 2 long family style tables with mix of travelers and locals in line back to the door.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed June 11, 2022

Looking for luxury, not your place. Want great Hawaiian food, warm, friendly service this the place. Food was so good great Lau Lau and Hawaiian pork with cabbage. Mac salad yummy too. Don’t miss it when in south Kona.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Just go here!!!!! You've got to try it. Best food ever!!! Nothing like their laulau on the other islands. I can't wait to go back and have more.
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Ka'aloa's Super J's is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 3.5