Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap
Hawaiian Restaurant in Santa Cruz
Hawaiian $$
Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap is home to the viral poke burger, a unique creation featuring fresh poke served on crispy rice buns. The restaurant offers several variations of this signature dish, including pulled pork options and convenient mini-sized versions for a less messy dining experience.
Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap receives praise for its high-quality standard poke, though its massive novelty poke burger has sparked a sharp divide among viewers. While some are drawn to the dish's impressive size, others express skepticism regarding its practicality and potential for food waste.
- Order the mini poke burgers to avoid a messy dining experience.
- Stick to the standard poke for a high-quality, reliable meal.
- Try the pulled pork options if you want a break from seafood.
- Be mindful of potential food waste when ordering the massive novelty burger.
- Look for the signature crispy rice buns for a unique texture.
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Monday11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
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