The sand is evidence that this small shop is a popular grub hub for locals after a quick trip to Sandy’s approximately 5-10 minutes away, or tourists after a lengthy day of exploring Hawaii’s numerous beaches. Upon entering, you may catch an employee sweeping the floor full of sand, but don’t be too quick to judge as this is rather a good thing. ![]() This option highly benefits Pa’ina Cafe considering it has a relatively cramped and standard environment. Perfectly located in Hawaii Kai’s Koko Marina Center, the amount of outdoor seating on the marina seems never ending. Although this small shop’s environment and food is rather ordinary, its location will escort you to their doors countless times. One of the many sure to please poke locations happens to be Pa’ina Cafe. However, this traditional Hawaiian food tastes best when devoured… well in Hawaii of course! If you’re lucky enough to live in the poke capital of the world, or even just be visiting, poke shops can be found left and right, which then causes a sense of indecisiveness in those wishing to feast on this treat. From social media influencers editing their Instagram worthy meal pictures, to locals simply craving a post surf snack, this cuisine waters the mouths of all who hope to consume it. Poke is a food gradually gaining popularity around the world. ![]() ![]() WHAT THE STARS MEAN: 5 World Class, 4 Excellent, 3 Good, 2 Fair, 1 Poor.MaAlicia-Rose Boucher, Contributing Writer RECOMMENDED: Taro Mochi Donut, Chocolate Brownie Mochi Donut. THREE STARS: Named after the Hawaiian word for “gathering,” an odd thought in the era of COVID-19, Paina Café’s marketing would suggest the Poke Bowls are a distant second to Donuts in terms of focus and that being the case the only thing novel about their Mochi Rings is the shape and texture. Originally popularized in Japan, Mister Donut’s well-known “pon de ring” later catching on in Hawaii before reaching America’s mainland, Mochi Donuts are made from Tapioca Flour and are naturally free of Gluten, their consistency often described as bouncy or light.įeaturing six flavors daily, most a simple variation in Glaze, it is with a light tug that individual orbs separate, Taro undeniably the best in terms of texture though the flavor is mostly like that of Krispy Kreme while Cookie Monster and Chocolate Brownie with textural bits also perform well.įar better than when tasted in October, the oil less pronounced and interior not sticky, Ube doesn’t really taste any different than classic Glaze, while tangy Guava fares far better than decidedly artificial Strawberry. ![]() Self described as “Home of the Original Poke Bowl,” a dubious claim that instead sees the concept operate like Yogurtland with a variety of bases and toppings, guests will find Paina Café tucked amidst Nail Salons and Greenland Supermarket with current hours from 11am until eight o’clock or later daily.Īlso serving Sandwiches, Salads and sweets, the latter constituting the vast majority of marketing photos across social media, it was from a friend that six of Paina’s signature Mochi Donuts were delivered Friday at 3:30pm, their appearance admittedly eye-catching and $1.99 each cost on par with other artisan Doughnutteries in the Valley. Slinging cubed Tuna from Suite G of 6870 Spring Mountain Road since late 2016 Paina Café comes to Las Vegas from Honolulu, the combination of low prices, an ability to customize and #instagram “influencers” finding the space surprisingly popular despite its inconspicuous location.
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